Bithar - Ranikhet, Almora
Bithar is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Pandey Kota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bithar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bithar is 052446. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.18 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Bithar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bithar
As per Census 2011, Bithar village has a total population of 164 people, consisting of 82 males and 82 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 142 literate and 22 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bithar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 74 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 8 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Bithar
Bithar 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 Bithar
Bithar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Ranikhet to Bithar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Bithar is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bithar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bithar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bithar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bithar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bithar
Where is Bithar located?
Bithar village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bithar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bithar is Pandey Kota.
What is the pincode of Bithar?
The pincode of Bithar is 263645.
What is the population of Bithar?
Bithar has a total population of 164, including 82 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Bithar?
There are 31 households in Bithar.
What is the literacy rate in Bithar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bithar is 86.59%. Male literacy is 90.24% and female literacy is 82.93%.