Batki - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Batki is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 137 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Batki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batki is 446007. The village covers a total geographical area of 293.53 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Batki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batki
According to the 2011 Census, Batki village had a total population of 858 people, including 428 males and 430 females, living in 235 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.88%, with male literacy at 81.17% and female literacy at 70.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 187, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 244.
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 | 858 | 428 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 97 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 118 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 579 | 306 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 122 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Batki
Batki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharkhari (kharkati) | East | 1.26 km |
| Rudha (ruda) | West | 1.62 km |
| Sagarpali | East | 1.86 km |
| Chhuipali | South | 1.92 km |
| Lakhanpur | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Boirmal | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Rimji | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Singhoda | East | 3.16 km |
| Bektikari | South | 3.26 km |
| Rafel | South-West | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Batki
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Batki. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saraipali to Batki is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Batki is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Batki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batki 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Batki
Where is Batki located?
Batki village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Batki?
Batki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Batki?
The pincode of Batki is 493558.
What is the population of Batki?
Batki had a total population of 858, including 428 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Batki?
Batki had 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batki was 75.88%. Male literacy was 81.17% and female literacy was 70.73%.