Batahar - Nihri, Mandi
Batahar is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Nihri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batahar is 015646. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.03 hectares and falls under the 175038 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Batahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Batahar
According to the 2011 Census, Batahar village had a total population of 48 people, including 24 males and 24 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.81%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 77.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 10 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Batahar
Batahar 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 Batahar
Public transport in the Batahar is mainly available through bus 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 Batahar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Batahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Batahar
Where is Batahar located?
Batahar village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Batahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Batahar is Nihri.
What is the pincode of Batahar?
The pincode of Batahar is 175038.
What is the population of Batahar?
Batahar had a total population of 48, including 24 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Batahar?
Batahar had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batahar was 73.81%. Male literacy was 70.00% and female literacy was 77.27%.