Bihta Village - Saha St, Ambala
Bihta is a village situated in the Saha St tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 4 km from Barara and around 25 km from Ambala. Bihta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bihta is 057540. The village covers a total geographical area of 1110 hectares and falls under the 133201 pincode. Ambala Cantt. is the nearest town.
Bihta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mulana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bihta
As per Census 2011, Bihta village has a total population of 7,865 people, consisting of 4,168 males and 3,697 females. The village has 1,500 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 936 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,280 literate and 2,585 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,969 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bihta are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,865 | 4,168 | 3,697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 936 | 523 | 413 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,969 | 2,131 | 1,838 |
| Literate Population | 5,280 | 3,067 | 2,213 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,585 | 1,101 | 1,484 |
Nearby Villages of Bihta
Bihta 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 Bihta
Bihta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bihta has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ambala to Bihta is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bihta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bihta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bihta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bihta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bihta
Where is Bihta located?
Bihta village is located in Saha St Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bihta?
Bihta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bihta?
The pincode of Bihta is 133201.
What is the population of Bihta?
Bihta has a total population of 7,865, including 4,168 males and 3,697 females.
How many households are there in Bihta?
There are 1,500 households in Bihta.
What is the literacy rate in Bihta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bihta is 67.13%. Male literacy is 73.58% and female literacy is 59.86%.