Batand - Chachyot, Mandi
Batand is a village situated in the Chachyot tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Tharjoon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batand is 015363. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.37 hectares and falls under the 175029 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Batand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batand
According to the 2011 Census, Batand village had a total population of 164 people, including 78 males and 86 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.42%, with male literacy at 91.04% and female literacy at 71.05%.
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 | 164 | 78 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 17 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Batand
Batand 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 Batand
Batand 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Batand is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batand 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Batand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batand 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Batand
Where is Batand located?
Batand village is located in Chachyot Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batand?
The Gram Panchayat of Batand is Tharjoon.
What is the pincode of Batand?
The pincode of Batand is 175029.
What is the population of Batand?
Batand had a total population of 164, including 78 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Batand?
Batand had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batand was 80.42%. Male literacy was 91.04% and female literacy was 71.05%.