Bhitari - Unchehara, Satna
Bhitari is a village situated in the Unchehara tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from Unchehara and around 33 km from Satna. Khari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitari is 463881. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.3 hectares and falls under the 485661 pincode. Nagod is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bhitari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhitari
According to the 2011 Census, Bhitari village had a total population of 655 people, including 344 males and 311 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.60%, with male literacy at 85.76% and female literacy at 60.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 285.
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 | 655 | 344 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 145 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 247 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 97 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitari
Bhitari 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 Bhitari
Bhitari 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagod to Bhitari is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Bhitari is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhitari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitari 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 Bhitari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitari 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 Bhitari
Where is Bhitari located?
Bhitari village is located in Unchehara Tehsil, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhitari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitari is Khari.
What is the pincode of Bhitari?
The pincode of Bhitari is 485661.
What is the population of Bhitari?
Bhitari had a total population of 655, including 344 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Bhitari?
Bhitari had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitari was 73.60%. Male literacy was 85.76% and female literacy was 60.38%.