Batho - Benipur, Darbhanga
Batho is a village situated in the Benipur subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Batho Radhiyam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batho village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batho is 227261. The village covers a total geographical area of 316 hectares and falls under the 847233 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Batho village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Batho
As per Census 2011, Batho village has a total population of 4,079 people, consisting of 2,186 males and 1,893 females. The village has 817 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 730 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,020 literate and 2,059 illiterate residents. Additionally, 913 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batho are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,079 | 2,186 | 1,893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 730 | 387 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 913 | 494 | 419 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,020 | 1,239 | 781 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,059 | 947 | 1,112 |
Nearby Villages of Batho
Batho 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 Batho
Batho 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Benipur to Batho is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Batho is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batho
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batho 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Batho
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batho village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Batho
Where is Batho located?
Batho village is located in Benipur Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batho?
The Gram Panchayat of Batho is Batho Radhiyam.
What is the pincode of Batho?
The pincode of Batho is 847233.
What is the population of Batho?
Batho has a total population of 4,079, including 2,186 males and 1,893 females.
How many households are there in Batho?
There are 817 households in Batho.
What is the literacy rate in Batho?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batho is 49.52%. Male literacy is 56.68% and female literacy is 41.26%.