Bato - Shambhuganj, Banka
Bato is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Poukari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bato village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bato is 240468. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 813211 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bato village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bato
According to the 2011 Census, Bato village had a total population of 493 people, including 258 males and 235 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.03%, with male literacy at 67.84% and female literacy at 45.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73.
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 | 493 | 258 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 59 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 135 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 123 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Bato
Bato 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 Bato
Bato is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sultanganj to Bato is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Bato 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 Bato
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bato village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bato
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bato 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bato
Where is Bato located?
Bato village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bato?
The Gram Panchayat of Bato is Poukari.
What is the pincode of Bato?
The pincode of Bato is 813211.
What is the population of Bato?
Bato had a total population of 493, including 258 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Bato?
Bato had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bato?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bato was 57.03%. Male literacy was 67.84% and female literacy was 45.83%.