Batkhurd - Haroli, Una
Batkhurd is a village situated in the Haroli tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. Battkalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batkhurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batkhurd is 018890. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 174507 pincode. Santokhgarh is the nearest town.
Batkhurd 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 Batkhurd
According to the 2011 Census, Batkhurd village had a total population of 897 people, including 474 males and 423 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.86%, with male literacy at 93.46% and female literacy at 71.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 897 | 474 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 648 | 386 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 88 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Batkhurd
Batkhurd 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 Batkhurd
Batkhurd 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 Batkhurd is about 25 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 Batkhurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batkhurd 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 Batkhurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batkhurd 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 Batkhurd
Where is Batkhurd located?
Batkhurd village is located in Haroli Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batkhurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Batkhurd is Battkalan.
What is the pincode of Batkhurd?
The pincode of Batkhurd is 174507.
What is the population of Batkhurd?
Batkhurd had a total population of 897, including 474 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Batkhurd?
Batkhurd had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batkhurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batkhurd was 82.86%. Male literacy was 93.46% and female literacy was 71.00%.