Batol - Nihri, Mandi
Batol is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Boi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batol is 015612. The village covers a total geographical area of 256 hectares and falls under the 175009 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Batol 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 Batol
According to the 2011 Census, Batol village had a total population of 359 people, including 178 males and 181 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.53%, with male literacy at 82.67% and female literacy at 64.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100.
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 | 359 | 178 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 48 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 124 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 54 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Batol
Batol 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 Batol
Public transport in the Batol is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Batol is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Batol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batol 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 Batol
Where is Batol located?
Batol village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batol?
The Gram Panchayat of Batol is Boi.
What is the pincode of Batol?
The pincode of Batol is 175009.
What is the population of Batol?
Batol had a total population of 359, including 178 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Batol?
Batol had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batol was 73.53%. Male literacy was 82.67% and female literacy was 64.74%.