Bitan - Dulahar, Una
Bitan is a village situated in the Dulahar tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Una. Beetan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bitan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bitan is 018874. The village covers a total geographical area of 504 hectares and falls under the 176601 pincode. Santokhgarh is the nearest town.
Bitan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bitan
According to the 2011 Census, Bitan village had a total population of 2,976 people, including 1,540 males and 1,436 females, living in 566 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.12%, with male literacy at 87.87% and female literacy at 66.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 819, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,917.
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 | 2,976 | 1,540 | 1,436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 221 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 819 | 406 | 413 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,917 | 1,003 | 914 |
| Literate Population | 2,009 | 1,159 | 850 |
| Illiterate Population | 967 | 381 | 586 |
Nearby Villages of Bitan
Bitan 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 Bitan
Bitan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Una to Bitan is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bitan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bitan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bitan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bitan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bitan
Where is Bitan located?
Bitan village is located in Dulahar Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bitan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bitan is Beetan.
What is the pincode of Bitan?
The pincode of Bitan is 176601.
What is the population of Bitan?
Bitan had a total population of 2,976, including 1,540 males and 1,436 females.
How many households are there in Bitan?
Bitan had 566 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bitan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bitan was 77.12%. Male literacy was 87.87% and female literacy was 66.10%.