Bhitia Kalan - Mehdawal, Sant Kabir Nagar
Bhitia Kalan is a village situated in the Mehdawal tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehdawal and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Bhitia Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitia Kalan is 182159. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.4 hectares and falls under the 272271 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Bhitia Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhitia Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Bhitia Kalan village had a total population of 770 people, including 367 males and 403 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.56%, with male literacy at 82.71% and female literacy at 58.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184.
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 | 770 | 367 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 72 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 89 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 244 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 123 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitia Kalan
Bhitia Kalan 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 Bhitia Kalan
Bhitia Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Bhitia Kalan is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhitia Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitia Kalan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhitia Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitia Kalan 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 Bhitia Kalan
Where is Bhitia Kalan located?
Bhitia Kalan village is located in Mehdawal Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhitia Kalan?
Bhitia Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhitia Kalan?
The pincode of Bhitia Kalan is 272271.
What is the population of Bhitia Kalan?
Bhitia Kalan had a total population of 770, including 367 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Bhitia Kalan?
Bhitia Kalan had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitia Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitia Kalan was 69.56%. Male literacy was 82.71% and female literacy was 58.11%.