Batog - Theog, Shimla
Batog is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Deorighat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batog is 025145. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.94 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Batog 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 Batog
According to the 2011 Census, Batog village had a total population of 67 people, including 33 males and 34 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.23%, with male literacy at 93.94% and female literacy at 84.38%.
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 | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 2 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Batog
Batog 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 Batog
Public transport in the Batog 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 Batog is about 30 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 Batog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batog 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 Batog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Batog
Where is Batog located?
Batog village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batog?
The Gram Panchayat of Batog is Deorighat.
What is the pincode of Batog?
The pincode of Batog is 171201.
What is the population of Batog?
Batog had a total population of 67, including 33 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Batog?
Batog had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batog was 89.23%. Male literacy was 93.94% and female literacy was 84.38%.