Batwara - Dehar, Mandi
Batwara is a village situated in the Dehar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 57 km from Mandi. Batwara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batwara is 014300. The village covers a total geographical area of 610.65 hectares and falls under the 175017 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Batwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batwara
As per Census 2011, Batwara village has a total population of 1,122 people, consisting of 564 males and 558 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 713 literate and 409 illiterate residents. Additionally, 307 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,122 | 564 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 82 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 157 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 713 | 405 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 159 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Batwara
Batwara 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 Batwara
Batwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Batwara is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Batwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Batwara
Where is Batwara located?
Batwara village is located in Dehar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batwara?
Batwara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Batwara?
The pincode of Batwara is 175017.
What is the population of Batwara?
Batwara has a total population of 1,122, including 564 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Batwara?
There are 196 households in Batwara.
What is the literacy rate in Batwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batwara is 63.55%. Male literacy is 71.81% and female literacy is 55.20%.