Batol - Pachhad, Sirmaur
Batol is a village situated in the Pachhad tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Sarahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batol is 022778. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Batol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batol
According to the 2011 Census, Batol village had a total population of 281 people, including 146 males and 135 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.09%, with male literacy at 96.21% and female literacy at 87.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 281 | 146 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 127 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 19 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Batol
Batol 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 Batol
Batol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Batol is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Batol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Batol
Where is Batol located?
Batol village is located in Pachhad Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batol?
The Gram Panchayat of Batol is Sarahan.
What is the pincode of Batol?
The pincode of Batol is 173024.
What is the population of Batol?
Batol had a total population of 281, including 146 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Batol?
Batol had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batol was 92.09%. Male literacy was 96.21% and female literacy was 87.60%.