Bathra - Dadasiba, Kangra
Bathra is a village situated in the Dadasiba tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Dharmsala. Bathra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bathra is 010684. The village covers a total geographical area of 318 hectares and falls under the 177112 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Bathra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bathra
As per Census 2011, Bathra village has a total population of 623 people, consisting of 291 males and 332 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 1,140 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 499 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bathra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 623 | 291 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 244 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 47 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Bathra
Bathra 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 Bathra
Bathra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharmsala to Bathra is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bathra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bathra 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 Bathra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bathra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bathra
Where is Bathra located?
Bathra village is located in Dadasiba Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bathra?
Bathra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bathra?
The pincode of Bathra is 177112.
What is the population of Bathra?
Bathra has a total population of 623, including 291 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Bathra?
There are 153 households in Bathra.
What is the literacy rate in Bathra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bathra is 80.10%. Male literacy is 83.85% and female literacy is 76.81%.