Batat Kalan - Latehar
Batat Kalan is a village situated in the Latehar subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from Latehar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Peshrar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batat Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batat Kalan is 367278. The village covers a total geographical area of 498 hectares and falls under the 829207 pincode.
Batat Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batat Kalan
As per Census 2011, Batat Kalan village has a total population of 475 people, consisting of 234 males and 241 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 204 literate and 271 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 342 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batat Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 475 | 234 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 26 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 66 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 342 | 166 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 122 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 112 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Batat Kalan
Batat Kalan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Richughutu | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Batat Khurd | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Hosir | North | 2.24 km |
| Hethtoli | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Reheldag | North | 2.39 km |
| Gowang | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Peshrar | South | 2.49 km |
| Sukhal Katha | North | 2.56 km |
| Giri | West | 2.65 km |
| Labarpur | West | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Batat Kalan
Batat Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Richughutu, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Batat Kalan is about 14 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 Batat Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batat Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Batat Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batat Kalan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Batat Kalan
Where is Batat Kalan located?
Batat Kalan village is located in Latehar Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batat Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Batat Kalan is Peshrar.
What is the pincode of Batat Kalan?
The pincode of Batat Kalan is 829207.
What is the population of Batat Kalan?
Batat Kalan has a total population of 475, including 234 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Batat Kalan?
There are 95 households in Batat Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Batat Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batat Kalan is 42.95%. Male literacy is 52.14% and female literacy is 34.02%.