Batakwada - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Batakwada is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from Santrampur and around 80 km from Godhra. Batakwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batakwada is 518017. The village covers a total geographical area of 1569.99 hectares and falls under the 389260 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Batakwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santrampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batakwada
As per Census 2011, Batakwada village has a total population of 9,022 people, consisting of 4,608 males and 4,414 females. The village has 1,487 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,616 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,970 literate and 4,052 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8,571 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batakwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,022 | 4,608 | 4,414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,616 | 819 | 797 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 128 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8,571 | 4,397 | 4,174 |
| Literate Population | 4,970 | 2,994 | 1,976 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,052 | 1,614 | 2,438 |
Nearby Villages of Batakwada
Batakwada 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 Batakwada
Public transport in the Batakwada is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Santrampur to Batakwada is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Batakwada is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batakwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batakwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Batakwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batakwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Batakwada
Where is Batakwada located?
Batakwada village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batakwada?
Batakwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Batakwada?
The pincode of Batakwada is 389260.
What is the population of Batakwada?
Batakwada has a total population of 9,022, including 4,608 males and 4,414 females.
How many households are there in Batakwada?
There are 1,487 households in Batakwada.
What is the literacy rate in Batakwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batakwada is 55.09%. Male literacy is 64.97% and female literacy is 44.77%.