Bitargaon - Umarkhed, Yavatmal
Bitargaon is a village situated in the Umarkhed tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarkhed and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Bitargaon Kd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bitargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bitargaon is 542960. The village covers a total geographical area of 560 hectares and falls under the 445206 pincode. Umarkhed is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bitargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bitargaon
As per Census 2011, Bitargaon village has a total population of 1,548 people, consisting of 773 males and 775 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,018 literate and 530 illiterate residents. Additionally, 542 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bitargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,548 | 773 | 775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 115 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 542 | 266 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1,018 | 558 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 215 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Bitargaon
Bitargaon 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 Bitargaon
Bitargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkhed to Bitargaon is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Bitargaon is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bitargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bitargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bitargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bitargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bitargaon
Where is Bitargaon located?
Bitargaon village is located in Umarkhed Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bitargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bitargaon is Bitargaon Kd.
What is the pincode of Bitargaon?
The pincode of Bitargaon is 445206.
What is the population of Bitargaon?
Bitargaon has a total population of 1,548, including 773 males and 775 females.
How many households are there in Bitargaon?
There are 295 households in Bitargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bitargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bitargaon is 65.76%. Male literacy is 72.19% and female literacy is 59.35%.