Bhitkila - Manatu, Palamu
Bhitkila is a village situated in the Manatu subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. Banshikhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitkila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitkila is 366058. The village covers a total geographical area of 194 hectares and falls under the 822123 pincode.
Bhitkila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhitkila
As per Census 2011, Bhitkila village has a total population of 612 people, consisting of 311 males and 301 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 321 literate and 291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 420 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhitkila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 612 | 311 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 56 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 26 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 420 | 210 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 194 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 117 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitkila
Bhitkila 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 Bhitkila
Bhitkila is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Bhitkila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitkila 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 Bhitkila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitkila 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 Bhitkila
Where is Bhitkila located?
Bhitkila village is located in Manatu Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhitkila?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitkila is Banshikhurd.
What is the pincode of Bhitkila?
The pincode of Bhitkila is 822123.
What is the population of Bhitkila?
Bhitkila has a total population of 612, including 311 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Bhitkila?
There are 116 households in Bhitkila.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitkila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitkila is 52.45%. Male literacy is 62.38% and female literacy is 42.19%.