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
As per Census 2011, Batal village has a total population of 1,229 people, consisting of 585 males and 644 females. The village has 284 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,011 literate and 218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batal are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,229, including 585 males and 644 females.
How many households are there in Batal?
There are 284 households in Batal.
What is the literacy rate in Batal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batal is 82.26%. Male literacy is 87.52% and female literacy is 77.48%.