Batwina - Wakoora, Ganderbal
Batwina is a village situated in the Wakoora tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Lar and around 16 km from Gaderbal. Batwana-a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Batwina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batwina is 002870. The village covers a total geographical area of 249.7 hectares and falls under the 191201 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Batwina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ganderbal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batwina
According to the 2011 Census, Batwina village had a total population of 3,711 people, including 1,962 males and 1,749 females, living in 549 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.98%, with male literacy at 72.01% and female literacy at 46.37%.
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 | 3,711 | 1,962 | 1,749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 233 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,954 | 1,245 | 709 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,757 | 717 | 1,040 |
Nearby Villages of Batwina
Batwina 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 Batwina
Batwina is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ganderbal to Batwina is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Batwina is about 16 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 Batwina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batwina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Batwina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batwina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Batwina
Where is Batwina located?
Batwina village is located in Wakoora Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Batwina?
The Halqa Panchayat of Batwina is Batwana-a.
What is the pincode of Batwina?
The pincode of Batwina is 191201.
What is the population of Batwina?
Batwina had a total population of 3,711, including 1,962 males and 1,749 females.
How many households are there in Batwina?
Batwina had 549 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batwina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batwina was 59.98%. Male literacy was 72.01% and female literacy was 46.37%.