Battal - Kharah Balli, Jammu
Battal is a village situated in the Kharah Balli tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Ak\hnoor and around 72 km from Jammu. Batal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Battal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Battal is 005491. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.8 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Khour is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Battal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Battal
According to the 2011 Census, Battal village had a total population of 482 people, including 260 males and 222 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.85%, with male literacy at 90.87% and female literacy at 67.72%.
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 | 482 | 260 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 52 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 189 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 71 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Battal
Battal 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 Battal
Battal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Khour to Battal is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Battal is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Battal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Battal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Battal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Battal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Battal
Where is Battal located?
Battal village is located in Kharah Balli Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Battal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Battal is Batal.
What is the pincode of Battal?
The pincode of Battal is 181203.
What is the population of Battal?
Battal had a total population of 482, including 260 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Battal?
Battal had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Battal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Battal was 79.85%. Male literacy was 90.87% and female literacy was 67.72%.