Bithua - Belthara Road, Ballia
Bithua is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Bithua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bithua is 197718. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.36 hectares and falls under the 221715 pincode.
Bithua 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 Bithua
As per Census 2011, Bithua village has a total population of 2,779 people, consisting of 1,415 males and 1,364 females. The village has 416 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 379 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,887 literate and 892 illiterate residents. Additionally, 463 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 411 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bithua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,779 | 1,415 | 1,364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 194 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 463 | 265 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 411 | 172 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 1,887 | 1,078 | 809 |
| Illiterate Population | 892 | 337 | 555 |
Nearby Villages of Bithua
Bithua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Awayan | South-East | 1.07 km |
| Imiliya | North | 1.10 km |
| Siyar | West | 1.35 km |
| Choukia | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Chakia Imilia | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Bhuari | South | 1.49 km |
| Bibipur | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Masaon | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Rampur Chandayar | North | 1.76 km |
| Bhikhampur | South | 1.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bithua
Bithua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Belthara Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Bithua 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 Bithua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bithua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bithua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bithua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bithua
Where is Bithua located?
Bithua village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bithua?
Bithua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bithua?
The pincode of Bithua is 221715.
What is the population of Bithua?
Bithua has a total population of 2,779, including 1,415 males and 1,364 females.
How many households are there in Bithua?
There are 416 households in Bithua.
What is the literacy rate in Bithua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bithua is 67.90%. Male literacy is 76.18% and female literacy is 59.31%.