Batrouli - Dighwara, Saran
Batrouli is a village situated in the Dighwara subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dighwara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Akilpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batrouli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batrouli is 234475. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.3 hectares and falls under the 841207 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Batrouli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Batrouli
According to the 2011 Census, Batrouli village had a total population of 1,742 people, including 896 males and 846 females, living in 274 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.64%, with male literacy at 42.22% and female literacy at 32.79%.
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 | 1,742 | 896 | 846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 183 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 301 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,220 | 595 | 625 |
Nearby Villages of Batrouli
Batrouli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Patlapur | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Pharhada | East | 1.78 km |
| Malkha Chak | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Bhairopur | North | 2.53 km |
| Kafarpur | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Barua | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Manupur | West | 3.36 km |
| Pipra Salehpur | East | 3.39 km |
| Ghurhu Kothia | North | 3.39 km |
| Ramdaas Chak | East | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Batrouli
Batrouli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dighwara, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.6 km.
| 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 Chapra to Batrouli is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Batrouli is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batrouli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batrouli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Batrouli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batrouli 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Batrouli
Where is Batrouli located?
Batrouli village is located in Dighwara Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Batrouli?
The Gram Panchayat of Batrouli is Akilpur.
What is the pincode of Batrouli?
The pincode of Batrouli is 841207.
What is the population of Batrouli?
Batrouli had a total population of 1,742, including 896 males and 846 females.
How many households are there in Batrouli?
Batrouli had 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batrouli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batrouli was 37.64%. Male literacy was 42.22% and female literacy was 32.79%.