Betaha - Parihar, Sitamarhi
Betaha is a village situated in the Parihar subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parihar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Betaha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Betaha is 219164. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 843324 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Betaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Betaha
According to the 2011 Census, Betaha village had a total population of 8,414 people, including 4,313 males and 4,101 females, living in 1,679 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.73%, with male literacy at 40.64% and female literacy at 26.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,414 | 4,313 | 4,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,953 | 994 | 959 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 69 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,179 | 1,349 | 830 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,235 | 2,964 | 3,271 |
Nearby Villages of Betaha
Betaha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Betaha
Betaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Betaha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Betaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Betaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Betaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Betaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Betaha
Where is Betaha located?
Betaha village is located in Parihar Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Betaha?
Betaha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Betaha?
The pincode of Betaha is 843324.
What is the population of Betaha?
Betaha had a total population of 8,414, including 4,313 males and 4,101 females.
How many households are there in Betaha?
Betaha had 1,679 households.
What is the literacy rate in Betaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Betaha was 33.73%. Male literacy was 40.64% and female literacy was 26.42%.