Batwal - Barwala St, Panchkula
Batwal is a village situated in the Barwala St tehsil of Panchkula district, Haryana. It is located approximately 24 km from Panchkula and around 24 km from Panchkula. Batwal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batwal is 057089. The village covers a total geographical area of 141 hectares and falls under the 134118 pincode. Panchkula is the nearest town.
Batwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Panchkula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batwal
According to the 2011 Census, Batwal village had a total population of 630 people, including 326 males and 304 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.63%, with male literacy at 77.90% and female literacy at 69.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 630 | 326 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 50 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 215 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 111 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Batwal
Batwal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dandharu | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Sukh Darshanpur | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Raipur Rani | East | 2.23 km |
| Manak Tabra | North | 2.25 km |
| Khatauli | West | 2.43 km |
| Amrala | North | 2.83 km |
| Toka | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Kazampur | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Shamtoo | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Rehawar | South-West | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Batwal
Batwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghagghar, while the nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Panchkula to Batwal is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batwal 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Batwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Batwal
Where is Batwal located?
Batwal village is located in Barwala St Tehsil, Panchkula district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batwal?
Batwal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Batwal?
The pincode of Batwal is 134118.
What is the population of Batwal?
Batwal had a total population of 630, including 326 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Batwal?
Batwal had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batwal was 73.63%. Male literacy was 77.90% and female literacy was 69.26%.