Bitkia - Barhi, Hazaribagh
Bitkia is a village situated in the Barhi subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhi and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Gauriyakarma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bitkia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bitkia is 367885. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.9 hectares and falls under the 825405 pincode. Jhumri Tilaia is the nearest town.
Bitkia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bitkia
According to the 2011 Census, Bitkia village had a total population of 220 people, including 117 males and 103 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.10%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 54.65%.
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 | 220 | 117 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 76 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 41 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Bitkia
Bitkia 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 Bitkia
Bitkia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bitkia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hazaribagh to Bitkia is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bitkia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bitkia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bitkia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bitkia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bitkia
Where is Bitkia located?
Bitkia village is located in Barhi Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bitkia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bitkia is Gauriyakarma.
What is the pincode of Bitkia?
The pincode of Bitkia is 825405.
What is the population of Bitkia?
Bitkia had a total population of 220, including 117 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Bitkia?
Bitkia had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bitkia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bitkia was 69.10%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 54.65%.