Bhitani - Sahjanwa, Gorakhpur
Bhitani is a village situated in the Sahjanwa tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahjanwa and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Telaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitani is 185189. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.15 hectares and falls under the 273209 pincode.
Bhitani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhitani
According to the 2011 Census, Bhitani village had a total population of 540 people, including 289 males and 251 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.94%, with male literacy at 88.10% and female literacy at 64.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 133.
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 | 540 | 289 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 37 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 76 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 222 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 67 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitani
Bhitani 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 Bhitani
Bhitani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bhitani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Gorakhpur to Bhitani is about 28 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 Bhitani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitani 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 Bhitani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitani 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 Bhitani
Where is Bhitani located?
Bhitani village is located in Sahjanwa Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhitani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitani is Telaura.
What is the pincode of Bhitani?
The pincode of Bhitani is 273209.
What is the population of Bhitani?
Bhitani had a total population of 540, including 289 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Bhitani?
Bhitani had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitani was 76.94%. Male literacy was 88.10% and female literacy was 64.44%.