Batouli
Batouli is a Town and Tehsil in Surguja District of Chhattisgarh. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Batouli Block (CD) is 03253. The total area of Batouli Tehsil is 377 km². Batouli has a sex ratio of approximately 1001 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Batouli Tehsil
Batouli Tehsil has a total of 54 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Batouli Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baijnathpur | Birimkela | Sitapur (25 km) |
| 2 | Balampur | Balampur | Sitapur (10 km) |
| 3 | Bansajhal | Bansajhal | Ambikapur (50 km) |
| 4 | Basen | Basen | Sitapur (18 km) |
| 5 | Bataikela | Bataikela | Sitapur (12 km) |
| 6 | Batauli | Batauli | Sitapur (27 km) |
| 7 | Belkota | Belkota | Ambikapur (25 km) |
| 8 | Bhatko | Bhatko | Ambikapur (32 km) |
| 9 | Bilaspur | Bilaspur | Ambikapur (35 km) |
| 10 | Birimkela | Birimkela | Sitapur (23 km) |
| 11 | Boda | Boda | Ambikapur (40 km) |
| 12 | Chawarpani | Tirang | Ambikapur (48 km) |
| 13 | Chiparkaya | Chiparkaya | Sitapur (15 km) |
| 14 | Chiranga | Chiranga | Ambikapur (30 km) |
| 15 | Deori | Deori | Sitapur (29 km) |
| 16 | Dumarbhawana | Balampur | Sitapur (10 km) |
| 17 | Gahila | Gahila | Ambikapur (27 km) |
| 18 | Ghoghra | Ghoghara | Ambikapur (35 km) |
| 19 | Ghutrapara | Ghutrapara | Ambikapur (40 km) |
| 20 | Govindpur | Govindpur | Sitapur (23 km) |
| 21 | Jarhadih | Tarani | Sitapur (35 km) |
| 22 | Jhargawan | Jhargaon | Ambikapur (28 km) |
| 23 | Kachhardih | Salehadih | Ambikapur (42 km) |
| 24 | Kalipur | Manja | Ambikapur (30 km) |
| 25 | Kapatbahari | Kapathbahari | Sitapur (14 km) |
| 26 | Kardana | Kardana | Ambikapur (42 km) |
| 27 | Khaddhuwa | Khaddhowa | Ambikapur (31 km) |
| 28 | Kudkel | Salehadih | Ambikapur (42 km) |
| 29 | Kunkuri Kalan | Kunkuri | Sitapur (23 km) |
| 30 | Laigu | Kardana | Ambikapur (45 km) |
| 31 | Lalati | Lalati | Ambikapur (45 km) |
| 32 | Maheshpur | Maheshpur | Sitapur (15 km) |
| 33 | Mangari | Mangari | Sitapur (12 km) |
| 34 | Manja | Manja | Ambikapur (30 km) |
| 35 | Manpur | Manpur | Ambikapur (28 km) |
| 36 | Nakna | Nakna | Sitapur (17 km) |
| 37 | Naya Bandh | Birimkela | Sitapur (25 km) |
| 38 | Paprenga | Silma | Ambikapur (35 km) |
| 39 | Pathrai | Basen | Sitapur (18 km) |
| 40 | Poksari | Poksari | Sitapur (16 km) |
| 41 | Ratanpur | Vishnupur | Sitapur (17 km) |
| 42 | Salyadih | Salehadih | Ambikapur (40 km) |
| 43 | Saraswatipur | Basen | Sitapur (19 km) |
| 44 | Sarmana | Sarmana | Sitapur (30 km) |
| 45 | Sedam | Sedam | Sitapur (18 km) |
| 46 | Selma | Silma | Ambikapur (33 km) |
| 47 | Shivpur | Shivpur | Ambikapur (35 km) |
| 48 | Suarpara | Suwarpara | Sitapur (16 km) |
| 49 | Taragi | Tarani | Sitapur (35 km) |
| 50 | Tedga | Tedga | Ambikapur (35 km) |
| 51 | Telaidhar | Telaidhar | Sitapur (9 km) |
| 52 | Tirang | Tirang | Ambikapur (50 km) |
| 53 | Umapur | Jhargaon | Ambikapur (28 km) |
| 54 | Vishunpur | Vishnupur | Sitapur (7 km) |
Population of Batouli Tehsil
The population profile of Batouli Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Batouli Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70,244 | 70,244 | N/A |
| Male Population | 35,094 | 35,094 | N/A |
| Female Population | 35,150 | 35,150 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 10,236 | 10,236 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,215 | 5,215 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,021 | 5,021 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 34,993 | 34,993 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 20,205 | 20,205 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 14,788 | 14,788 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 35,251 | 35,251 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 14,889 | 14,889 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 20,362 | 20,362 | N/A |
| Total Households | 16,419 | 16,419 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 70,244 people. Includes nearly 35,094 males and 35,150 females. Rural population is about 70,244 people.
- There are around 10,236 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 5,215 boys and 5,021 girls.
- Literate population is about 34,993 people. Non-literate population is around 35,251 people.
- There are nearly 16,419 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Batouli Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 2,013 | 2,013 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 1,008 | 1,008 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 1,005 | 1,005 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 54,558 | 54,558 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 27,149 | 27,149 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 27,409 | 27,409 | N/A |
| Population Density | 186 / km² | 186 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Batouli Tehsil is approximately 2,013 people, including 1,008 males and 1,005 females. Around 2,013 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Batouli Tehsil is about 54,558 people, including 27,149 males and 27,409 females. Around 54,558 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 186 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 186 people per sq. km.