Bitula - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Bitula is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 67 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Paunsara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bitula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bitula is 043077. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.58 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bitula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bitula
As per Census 2011, Bitula village has a total population of 252 people, consisting of 116 males and 136 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,172 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 172 literate and 80 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bitula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 252 | 116 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 95 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 21 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Bitula
Bitula 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 Bitula
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bitula.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Bitula is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bitula is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bitula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bitula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bitula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bitula 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 Bitula
Where is Bitula located?
Bitula village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bitula?
The Gram Panchayat of Bitula is Paunsara.
What is the pincode of Bitula?
The pincode of Bitula is 249122.
What is the population of Bitula?
Bitula has a total population of 252, including 116 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Bitula?
There are 56 households in Bitula.
What is the literacy rate in Bitula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bitula is 68.25%. Male literacy is 81.90% and female literacy is 56.62%.