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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Bhitaura village has a total population of 1,481 people, consisting of 792 males and 689 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 644 literate and 837 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhitaura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,481 | 792 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 143 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,481, including 792 males and 689 females.
How many households are there in Bhitaura?
There are 237 households in Bhitaura.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitaura is 43.48%. Male literacy is 49.75% and female literacy is 36.28%.