Batal - Arki, Solan
Batal is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Batal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batal is 020212. The village covers a total geographical area of 249 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Batal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batal
According to the 2011 Census, Batal village had a total population of 1,229 people, including 585 males and 644 females, living in 284 households. The sex ratio was 1,101 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.75%, with male literacy at 96.79% and female literacy at 85.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) 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 | 1,229 | 585 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,011 | 512 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 73 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Batal
Batal 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 Batal
Batal 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 | 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 Solan to Batal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Batal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Batal
Where is Batal located?
Batal village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batal?
Batal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Batal?
The pincode of Batal is 173208.
What is the population of Batal?
Batal had a total population of 1,229, including 585 males and 644 females.
How many households are there in Batal?
Batal had 284 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batal was 90.75%. Male literacy was 96.79% and female literacy was 85.30%.