Batahan

Batahan is a village located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 42km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Batahan village. As per 2009 stats, Salyana Khas is the gram panchayat of Batahan village.

Batahan has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Batahan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Batahan is 011824. The village spans a total geographical area of 37.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176103. Palampur is nearest town to Batahan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Batahan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Batahan

Below is a concise population overview of Batahan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 417 198 219
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 42 18 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) 152 79 73
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 319 167 152
Illiterate Population 98 31 67

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Batahan village:

  • The total population of Batahan village is around 417, including approximately 198 males and 219 females, with a sex ratio of 1106 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Batahan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Batahan village has 152 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Batahan village is about 76.50%, with male literacy at 84.34% and female literacy at 69.41%.
  • There are around 109 households in Batahan village.

Connectivity of Batahan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Batahan. As per the 2011 stats, Batahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Batahan

Knowing the nearby villages of Batahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Batahan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Batahan

Where is Batahan located?
Batahan village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Batahan is Salyana Khas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Batahan?
The pincode of Batahan is 176103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Batahan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Batahan is 417, with 198 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Batahan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Batahan village has a total of 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batahan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Batahan is 76.50%. The male literacy rate is 84.34%, while the female literacy rate is 69.41%.