Batal
Batal is a village located in Arki tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Arki. Arki is the sub-district headquarter of Batal village. As per 2009 stats, Batal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Batal unique in its vibrant Arki-Solan region. You’ll see Batal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Batal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Batal is 020212. The village spans a total geographical area of 249 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173208. Arki is nearest town to Batal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Batal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Batal
Population of Batal
According to the 2011 Census, Batal has a total population of about 1,229, with approximately 585 males and 644 females. The sex ratio is around 1100 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 115 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 92 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.26%, with male literacy at about 87.52% and female literacy near 77.48%. There are around 284 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Batal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Batal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Batal. As per the 2011 stats, Batal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Batal
Knowing the nearby villages of Batal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Batal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Batal
- Where is Batal located?
- Batal village is situated in Arki Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Batal?
- Batal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Batal?
- The pincode of Batal is 173208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Batal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Batal is 1,229, with 585 males and 644 females.
- How many households are there in Batal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Batal village has a total of 284 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Batal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Batal is 82.26%. The male literacy rate is 87.52%, while the female literacy rate is 77.48%.