Batewari-II - Chaupal, Shimla
Batewari-II is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Devat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batewari-II village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batewari-II is 025430. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.47 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Batewari-II village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batewari-II
According to the 2011 Census, Batewari-II village had a total population of 320 people, including 165 males and 155 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.61%, with male literacy at 88.51% and female literacy at 75.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 320 | 165 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 17 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 131 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 34 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Batewari-II
Batewari-II 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 Batewari-II
Batewari-II is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shimla to Batewari-II is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batewari-II
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batewari-II village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Batewari-II
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batewari-II village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Batewari-II
Where is Batewari-II located?
Batewari-II village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batewari-II?
The Gram Panchayat of Batewari-II is Devat.
What is the pincode of Batewari-II?
The pincode of Batewari-II is 171211.
What is the population of Batewari-II?
Batewari-II had a total population of 320, including 165 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Batewari-II?
Batewari-II had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batewari-II?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batewari-II was 82.61%. Male literacy was 88.51% and female literacy was 75.78%.