Batua - Amour, Purnia
Batua is a village situated in the Amour subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amour and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Talbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batua is 223773. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Batua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Batua
According to the 2011 Census, Batua village had a total population of 1,193 people, including 617 males and 576 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.96%, with male literacy at 56.63% and female literacy at 45.14%.
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 | 1,193 | 617 | 576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 142 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 269 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 348 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Batua
Batua 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 Batua
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Batua.
| 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 Purnia to Batua is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batua 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Batua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batua 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Batua
Where is Batua located?
Batua village is located in Amour Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batua?
The Gram Panchayat of Batua is Talbari.
What is the pincode of Batua?
The pincode of Batua is 854315.
What is the population of Batua?
Batua had a total population of 1,193, including 617 males and 576 females.
How many households are there in Batua?
Batua had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batua was 50.96%. Male literacy was 56.63% and female literacy was 45.14%.