Batlar - Theog, Shimla
Batlar is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Bani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batlar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batlar is 025188. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Batlar 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 Batlar
According to the 2011 Census, Batlar village had a total population of 92 people, including 52 males and 40 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 769 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.88%, with male literacy at 93.48% and female literacy at 76.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 92 | 52 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 43 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Batlar
Batlar 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 Batlar
Public transport in the Batlar 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 Batlar is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batlar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batlar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Batlar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batlar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Batlar
Where is Batlar located?
Batlar village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batlar?
The Gram Panchayat of Batlar is Bani.
What is the pincode of Batlar?
The pincode of Batlar is 171201.
What is the population of Batlar?
Batlar had a total population of 92, including 52 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Batlar?
Batlar had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batlar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batlar was 85.88%. Male literacy was 93.48% and female literacy was 76.92%.