Bitkuli - Lavan, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Bitkuli is a village situated in the Lavan tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 26 km from Baloda Bazar and around 92 km from Raipur. Bitkuli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bitkuli is 443782. The village covers a total geographical area of 576.07 hectares and falls under the 493332 pincode. Baloda Bazar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bitkuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasdol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bitkuli
According to the 2011 Census, Bitkuli village had a total population of 2,298 people, including 1,159 males and 1,139 females, living in 454 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.84%, with male literacy at 80.13% and female literacy at 53.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 804, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 558.
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 | 2,298 | 1,159 | 1,139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 203 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 804 | 410 | 394 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 558 | 273 | 285 |
| Literate Population | 1,270 | 766 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,028 | 393 | 635 |
Nearby Villages of Bitkuli
Bitkuli 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 Bitkuli
Public transport in the Bitkuli is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Baloda Bazar to Bitkuli is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Bitkuli is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bitkuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bitkuli 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bitkuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bitkuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bitkuli
Where is Bitkuli located?
Bitkuli village is located in Lavan Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bitkuli?
Bitkuli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bitkuli?
The pincode of Bitkuli is 493332.
What is the population of Bitkuli?
Bitkuli had a total population of 2,298, including 1,159 males and 1,139 females.
How many households are there in Bitkuli?
Bitkuli had 454 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bitkuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bitkuli was 66.84%. Male literacy was 80.13% and female literacy was 53.39%.