Birtola - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Birtola is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Budera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birtola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birtola is 049638. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.52 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Birtola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Birtola
According to the 2011 Census, Birtola village had a total population of 12 people, including 7 males and 5 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 714 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Nearby Villages of Birtola
Birtola 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 Birtola
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Birtola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Birtola is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Birtola is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birtola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birtola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Birtola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birtola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Birtola
Where is Birtola located?
Birtola village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Birtola?
The Gram Panchayat of Birtola is Budera.
What is the pincode of Birtola?
The pincode of Birtola is 262531.
What is the population of Birtola?
Birtola had a total population of 12, including 7 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Birtola?
Birtola had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birtola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birtola was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.