Bitola - Kahara, Doda
Bitola is a village situated in the Kahara tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Thathri and around 45 km from Doda. Kencha/bitola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bitola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bitola is 004301. The village covers a total geographical area of 250.5 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Thathri is the nearest town, located about 198 km away.
Bitola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bitola
According to the 2011 Census, Bitola village had a total population of 917 people, including 471 males and 446 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.47%, with male literacy at 69.10% and female literacy at 40.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 229.
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 | 917 | 471 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 73 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 120 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 275 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 196 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Bitola
Bitola 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 Bitola
Bitola 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thathri to Bitola is about 198 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Bitola is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bitola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bitola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bitola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bitola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bitola
Where is Bitola located?
Bitola village is located in Kahara Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bitola?
The Gram Panchayat of Bitola is Kencha/bitola.
What is the pincode of Bitola?
The pincode of Bitola is 182203.
What is the population of Bitola?
Bitola had a total population of 917, including 471 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Bitola?
Bitola had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bitola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bitola was 55.47%. Male literacy was 69.10% and female literacy was 40.81%.