Bitejhar - Mohla, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Bitejhar is a village situated in the Mohla tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Mohla and around 90 km from Rajnandgaon. Sherpar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bitejhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bitejhar is 441352. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.98 hectares and falls under the 491666 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bitejhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bitejhar
According to the 2011 Census, Bitejhar village had a total population of 607 people, including 300 males and 307 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.53%, with male literacy at 83.52% and female literacy at 57.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 384.
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 | 607 | 300 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 384 | 196 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 223 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 77 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Bitejhar
Bitejhar 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 Bitejhar
Bitejhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Ambagarh Chowki to Bitejhar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Bitejhar is about 90 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 Bitejhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bitejhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bitejhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bitejhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bitejhar
Where is Bitejhar located?
Bitejhar village is located in Mohla Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bitejhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bitejhar is Sherpar.
What is the pincode of Bitejhar?
The pincode of Bitejhar is 491666.
What is the population of Bitejhar?
Bitejhar had a total population of 607, including 300 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Bitejhar?
Bitejhar had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bitejhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bitejhar was 70.53%. Male literacy was 83.52% and female literacy was 57.97%.