Bijti - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Bijti is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Bijethi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijti is 056142. The village covers a total geographical area of 478.08 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bijti 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 Bijti
As per Census 2011, Bijti village has a total population of 826 people, consisting of 420 males and 406 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 649 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 826 | 420 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 49 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 60 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 57 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 649 | 344 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 76 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Bijti
Bijti 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 Bijti
Bijti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Sitarganj to Bijti is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bijti is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bijti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bijti
Where is Bijti located?
Bijti village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijti?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijti is Bijethi.
What is the pincode of Bijti?
The pincode of Bijti is 262405.
What is the population of Bijti?
Bijti has a total population of 826, including 420 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Bijti?
There are 157 households in Bijti.
What is the literacy rate in Bijti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijti is 78.57%. Male literacy is 81.90% and female literacy is 75.12%.