Bhitoura - Belthara Road, Ballia
Bhitoura is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Bhitaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitoura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitoura is 197820. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.81 hectares and falls under the 221715 pincode. Belthara Road is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bhitoura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhitoura
As per Census 2011, Bhitoura village has a total population of 642 people, consisting of 324 males and 318 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 399 literate and 243 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhitoura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 642 | 324 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 48 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 234 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 90 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitoura
Bhitoura 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 Bhitoura
Bhitoura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bhitoura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belthara Road to Bhitoura is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Bhitoura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhitoura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitoura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhitoura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitoura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhitoura
Where is Bhitoura located?
Bhitoura village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhitoura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitoura is Bhitaura.
What is the pincode of Bhitoura?
The pincode of Bhitoura is 221715.
What is the population of Bhitoura?
Bhitoura has a total population of 642, including 324 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Bhitoura?
There are 101 households in Bhitoura.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitoura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitoura is 62.15%. Male literacy is 72.22% and female literacy is 51.89%.