Batgera - Basavakalyan, Bidar
Batgera is a village situated in the Basavakalyan taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basavakalyan and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Betgera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batgera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batgera is 599808. The village covers a total geographical area of 1396.06 hectares and falls under the 585445 pincode. Aland is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Batgera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basavakalyan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batgera
As per Census 2011, Batgera village has a total population of 2,998 people, consisting of 1,553 males and 1,445 females. The village has 527 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 398 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,722 literate and 1,276 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,362 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batgera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,998 | 1,553 | 1,445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 203 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 151 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,362 | 696 | 666 |
| Literate Population | 1,722 | 1,025 | 697 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,276 | 528 | 748 |
Nearby Villages of Batgera
Batgera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ladwanti | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Ramteerth (dubulgundi) | North | 2.98 km |
| Belamogi | South | 3.12 km |
| Chitkota (k) | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Sirgur | North-West | 3.75 km |
| Hattarga (sarhad) | West | 4.00 km |
| Attur | South-East | 4.64 km |
| Chikotta(b) | North-East | 4.75 km |
| Gilagili | South-West | 5.22 km |
| Bhaknal | North-East | 5.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Batgera
Batgera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hunsihadgil, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.9 km.
| 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 Aland to Batgera is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Batgera is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batgera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batgera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Batgera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batgera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Batgera
Where is Batgera located?
Batgera village is located in Basavakalyan Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batgera?
The Gram Panchayat of Batgera is Betgera.
What is the pincode of Batgera?
The pincode of Batgera is 585445.
What is the population of Batgera?
Batgera has a total population of 2,998, including 1,553 males and 1,445 females.
How many households are there in Batgera?
There are 527 households in Batgera.
What is the literacy rate in Batgera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batgera is 57.44%. Male literacy is 66.00% and female literacy is 48.24%.