Batara - Kumarsain, Shimla
Batara is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 64 km from Shimla. Jadoon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batara is 023982. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.01 hectares and falls under the 172029 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Batara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batara
According to the 2011 Census, Batara village had a total population of 136 people, including 70 males and 66 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.79%, with male literacy at 92.06% and female literacy at 72.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 58 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 12 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Batara
Batara 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 Batara
Batara 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Batara is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Batara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batara 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 Batara
Where is Batara located?
Batara village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batara?
The Gram Panchayat of Batara is Jadoon.
What is the pincode of Batara?
The pincode of Batara is 172029.
What is the population of Batara?
Batara had a total population of 136, including 70 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Batara?
Batara had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batara was 82.79%. Male literacy was 92.06% and female literacy was 72.88%.