Batkalan - Haroli, Una
Batkalan is a village situated in the Haroli tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. Battkalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batkalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batkalan is 018889. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 174507 pincode. Santokhgarh is the nearest town.
Batkalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batkalan
As per Census 2011, Batkalan village has a total population of 752 people, consisting of 397 males and 355 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 519 literate and 233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batkalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 752 | 397 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 307 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 90 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Batkalan
Batkalan 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 Batkalan
Batkalan 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 Una to Batkalan is about 24 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 Batkalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batkalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Batkalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batkalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Batkalan
Where is Batkalan located?
Batkalan village is located in Haroli Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batkalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Batkalan is Battkalan.
What is the pincode of Batkalan?
The pincode of Batkalan is 174507.
What is the population of Batkalan?
Batkalan has a total population of 752, including 397 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Batkalan?
There are 142 households in Batkalan.
What is the literacy rate in Batkalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batkalan is 69.02%. Male literacy is 77.33% and female literacy is 59.72%.