Batraulia - Riga, Sitamarhi
Batraulia is a village situated in the Riga subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Riga and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Mehasia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batraulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batraulia is 219374. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.3 hectares and falls under the 843327 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Batraulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Batraulia
According to the 2011 Census, Batraulia village had a total population of 720 people, including 396 males and 324 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 818 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.43%, with male literacy at 66.17% and female literacy at 48.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121.
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 | 720 | 396 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 62 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 221 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 175 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Batraulia
Batraulia 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 Batraulia
Public transport in the Batraulia 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 Sitamarhi to Batraulia is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batraulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batraulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Batraulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batraulia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Batraulia
Where is Batraulia located?
Batraulia village is located in Riga Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batraulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Batraulia is Mehasia.
What is the pincode of Batraulia?
The pincode of Batraulia is 843327.
What is the population of Batraulia?
Batraulia had a total population of 720, including 396 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Batraulia?
Batraulia had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batraulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batraulia was 58.43%. Male literacy was 66.17% and female literacy was 48.22%.