Batiura - Theog, Shimla
Batiura is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhamandri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batiura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batiura is 025194. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.84 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Batiura 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 Batiura
According to the 2011 Census, Batiura village had a total population of 248 people, including 126 males and 122 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.60%, with male literacy at 84.26% and female literacy at 72.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 248 | 126 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 91 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 35 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Batiura
Batiura 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 Batiura
Public transport in the Batiura is mainly available through shared van 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 Shimla to Batiura is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batiura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batiura 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Batiura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batiura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Batiura
Where is Batiura located?
Batiura village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batiura?
The Gram Panchayat of Batiura is Dhamandri.
What is the pincode of Batiura?
The pincode of Batiura is 171201.
What is the population of Batiura?
Batiura had a total population of 248, including 126 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Batiura?
Batiura had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batiura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batiura was 78.60%. Male literacy was 84.26% and female literacy was 72.90%.