Battna - Chenani, Udhampur
Battna is a village situated in the Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenani and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Ghantwal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Battna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Battna is 005005. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 182141 pincode. Chenani is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Battna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Battna
According to the 2011 Census, Battna village had a total population of 216 people, including 117 males and 99 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.35%, with male literacy at 88.12% and female literacy at 47.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 216 | 117 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 89 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 28 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Battna
Battna 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 Battna
Battna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chenani to Battna is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Battna is about 23 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 Battna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Battna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Battna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Battna 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 Battna
Where is Battna located?
Battna village is located in Chenani Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Battna?
The Halqa Panchayat of Battna is Ghantwal.
What is the pincode of Battna?
The pincode of Battna is 182141.
What is the population of Battna?
Battna had a total population of 216, including 117 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Battna?
Battna had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Battna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Battna was 69.35%. Male literacy was 88.12% and female literacy was 47.06%.