Bhitora South - Jalalpur, Ambedkar Nagar
Bhitora South is a village situated in the Jalalpur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalalpur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Bhitaura South serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitora South village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitora South is 168042. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.97 hectares and falls under the 224125 pincode. Jalalapur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Bhitora South village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhitora South
As per Census 2011, Bhitora South village has a total population of 1,367 people, consisting of 709 males and 658 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 868 literate and 499 illiterate residents. Additionally, 411 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhitora South are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,367 | 709 | 658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 107 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 411 | 200 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 868 | 495 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 214 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitora South
Bhitora South is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Udyapur North | West | 0.97 km |
| Khalishpur Duhia | South | 1.12 km |
| Indhna | North-East | 1.17 km |
| Mirpur Chhitanpati | North | 1.27 km |
| Chainpur | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Naseerpur | South | 1.42 km |
| Sakra South | East | 1.68 km |
| Bihamadpur | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Bandipur | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Jaitpur | West | 2.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhitora South
Bhitora South is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Didarganj Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jalalapur to Bhitora South is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Bhitora South is about 32 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 Bhitora South
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitora South village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhitora South
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitora South 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhitora South
Where is Bhitora South located?
Bhitora South village is located in Jalalpur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhitora South?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitora South is Bhitaura South.
What is the pincode of Bhitora South?
The pincode of Bhitora South is 224125.
What is the population of Bhitora South?
Bhitora South has a total population of 1,367, including 709 males and 658 females.
How many households are there in Bhitora South?
There are 181 households in Bhitora South.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitora South?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitora South is 63.50%. Male literacy is 69.82% and female literacy is 56.69%.