Bhitaura - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Bhitaura is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Bhitaura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitaura is 056135. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.45 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bhitaura 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 Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhitaura
According to the 2011 Census, Bhitaura village had a total population of 1,481 people, including 792 males and 689 females, living in 237 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.09%, with male literacy at 60.71% and female literacy at 44.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 1,481 | 792 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 143 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 644 | 394 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 837 | 398 | 439 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitaura
Bhitaura 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 Bhitaura
Bhitaura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bhitaura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Bhitaura is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bhitaura is about 50 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 Bhitaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitaura 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhitaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitaura 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhitaura
Where is Bhitaura located?
Bhitaura village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhitaura?
Bhitaura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhitaura?
The pincode of Bhitaura is 262405.
What is the population of Bhitaura?
Bhitaura had a total population of 1,481, including 792 males and 689 females.
How many households are there in Bhitaura?
Bhitaura had 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitaura was 53.09%. Male literacy was 60.71% and female literacy was 44.33%.