Batanharra - Nagri, Dhamtari
Batanharra is a village situated in the Nagri tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagari and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Batanharra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batanharra is 447226. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.79 hectares and falls under the 493778 pincode. Nagri is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Batanharra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batanharra
As per Census 2011, Batanharra village has a total population of 649 people, consisting of 306 males and 343 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 1,120 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 422 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 441 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batanharra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 649 | 306 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 34 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 441 | 203 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 224 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 82 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Batanharra
Batanharra 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 Batanharra
Batanharra 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 NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagri to Batanharra is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Batanharra 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 Batanharra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batanharra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Batanharra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batanharra 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 Batanharra
Where is Batanharra located?
Batanharra village is located in Nagri Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batanharra?
Batanharra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Batanharra?
The pincode of Batanharra is 493778.
What is the population of Batanharra?
Batanharra has a total population of 649, including 306 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Batanharra?
There are 143 households in Batanharra.
What is the literacy rate in Batanharra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batanharra is 65.02%. Male literacy is 73.20% and female literacy is 57.73%.