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
According to the 2011 Census, Batkalan village had a total population of 752 people, including 397 males and 355 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.05%, with male literacy at 86.97% and female literacy at 67.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 752 | 397 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 752, including 397 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Batkalan?
Batkalan had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batkalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batkalan was 78.05%. Male literacy was 86.97% and female literacy was 67.95%.