Batha - Tardih, Darbhanga
Batha is a village situated in the Tardih subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tardih and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Lagma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batha is 227163. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 847423 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Batha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Batha
As per Census 2011, Batha village has a total population of 5,558 people, consisting of 2,677 males and 2,881 females. The village has 1,127 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,069 literate and 3,489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,558 | 2,677 | 2,881 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,212 | 662 | 550 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 127 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,069 | 1,167 | 902 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,489 | 1,510 | 1,979 |
Nearby Villages of Batha
Batha 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 Batha
Batha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Batha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Batha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Batha 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 Batha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Batha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Batha
Where is Batha located?
Batha village is located in Tardih Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batha?
The Gram Panchayat of Batha is Lagma.
What is the pincode of Batha?
The pincode of Batha is 847423.
What is the population of Batha?
Batha has a total population of 5,558, including 2,677 males and 2,881 females.
How many households are there in Batha?
There are 1,127 households in Batha.
What is the literacy rate in Batha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batha is 37.23%. Male literacy is 43.59% and female literacy is 31.31%.