Bathu - Haroli, Una
Bathu is a village situated in the Haroli tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. Bathu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bathu is 018891. The village covers a total geographical area of 288 hectares and falls under the 174507 pincode. Santokhgarh is the nearest town.
Bathu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kutlehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bathu
According to the 2011 Census, Bathu village had a total population of 1,862 people, including 931 males and 931 females, living in 361 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.46%, with male literacy at 92.63% and female literacy at 80.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 278.
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 | 1,862 | 931 | 931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 117 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 137 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,424 | 754 | 670 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 177 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Bathu
Bathu 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 Bathu
Bathu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bathu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Una to Bathu is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bathu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bathu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bathu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bathu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bathu
Where is Bathu located?
Bathu village is located in Haroli Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bathu?
Bathu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bathu?
The pincode of Bathu is 174507.
What is the population of Bathu?
Bathu had a total population of 1,862, including 931 males and 931 females.
How many households are there in Bathu?
Bathu had 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bathu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bathu was 86.46%. Male literacy was 92.63% and female literacy was 80.43%.