Batnial - Nurpur, Kangra
Batnial is a village situated in the Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kheriyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batnial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batnial is 008609. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.56 hectares and falls under the 176200 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Batnial village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nurpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batnial
As per Census 2011, Batnial village has a total population of 255 people, consisting of 135 males and 120 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 176 literate and 79 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batnial are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 255 | 135 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 49 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 105 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 30 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Batnial
Batnial 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 Batnial
Batnial is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Batnial is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batnial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batnial village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Batnial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batnial 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 Batnial
Where is Batnial located?
Batnial village is located in Nurpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batnial?
The Gram Panchayat of Batnial is Kheriyan.
What is the pincode of Batnial?
The pincode of Batnial is 176200.
What is the population of Batnial?
Batnial has a total population of 255, including 135 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Batnial?
There are 48 households in Batnial.
What is the literacy rate in Batnial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batnial is 69.02%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 59.17%.