Batahan
Batahan is a village located in Thural tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Thural. Thural is the sub-district headquarter of Batahan village. As per 2009 stats, Batahan village is also a gram panchayat.
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 011073. The village spans a total geographical area of 29.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176107. 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 Sullah 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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 495 | 252 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 50 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 411 | 217 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 35 | 49 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Batahan village:
- The total population of Batahan village is around 495, including approximately 252 males and 243 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Batahan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Batahan village has 97 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Batahan village is about 83.03%, with male literacy at 86.11% and female literacy at 79.84%.
- There are around 119 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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 Thural Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Batahan?
- Batahan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Batahan?
- The pincode of Batahan is 176107, 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 495, with 252 males and 243 females.
- How many households are there in Batahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Batahan village has a total of 119 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Batahan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Batahan is 83.03%. The male literacy rate is 86.11%, while the female literacy rate is 79.84%.