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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhitkila
According to the 2011 Census, Bhitkila village had a total population of 612 people, including 311 males and 301 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.70%, with male literacy at 76.08% and female literacy at 49.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 420.
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 | 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 had a total population of 612, including 311 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Bhitkila?
Bhitkila had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitkila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitkila was 62.70%. Male literacy was 76.08% and female literacy was 49.42%.