Bitkilsoy - Manoharpur, West Singhbhum
Bitkilsoy is a village situated in the Manoharpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Manoharpur and around 136 km from Chaibasa. Digha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bitkilsoy village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bitkilsoy is 377847. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.97 hectares and falls under the 833104 pincode. Chakradharpur is the nearest town.
Bitkilsoy village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bitkilsoy
As per Census 2011, Bitkilsoy village has a total population of 440 people, consisting of 233 males and 207 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 165 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 421 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bitkilsoy are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 440 | 233 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 26 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 421 | 224 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 117 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 116 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Bitkilsoy
Bitkilsoy 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 Bitkilsoy
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bitkilsoy.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Bitkilsoy is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bitkilsoy
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bitkilsoy 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 Bitkilsoy
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bitkilsoy 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 Bitkilsoy
Where is Bitkilsoy located?
Bitkilsoy village is located in Manoharpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bitkilsoy?
The Gram Panchayat of Bitkilsoy is Digha.
What is the pincode of Bitkilsoy?
The pincode of Bitkilsoy is 833104.
What is the population of Bitkilsoy?
Bitkilsoy has a total population of 440, including 233 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Bitkilsoy?
There are 101 households in Bitkilsoy.
What is the literacy rate in Bitkilsoy?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bitkilsoy is 37.50%. Male literacy is 50.21% and female literacy is 23.19%.