Bhatijar - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Bhatijar is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Mangar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatijar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatijar is 049780. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.42 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Bhatijar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhatijar
As per Census 2011, Bhatijar village has a total population of 159 people, consisting of 75 males and 84 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,120 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 127 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhatijar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 159 | 75 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 65 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 10 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatijar
Bhatijar 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 Bhatijar
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bhatijar.
| 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 Didihat to Bhatijar is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Bhatijar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatijar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatijar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatijar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatijar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bhatijar
Where is Bhatijar located?
Bhatijar village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatijar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatijar is Mangar.
What is the pincode of Bhatijar?
The pincode of Bhatijar is 262534.
What is the population of Bhatijar?
Bhatijar has a total population of 159, including 75 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Bhatijar?
There are 32 households in Bhatijar.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatijar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatijar is 79.87%. Male literacy is 86.67% and female literacy is 73.81%.