Batuvarahalli - Mulbagal, Kolar
Batuvarahalli is a village situated in the Mulbagal taluka of Kolar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mulbagal and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Kolar. Mallanayakanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batuvarahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batuvarahalli is 623139. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.96 hectares and falls under the 563136 pincode. Mulbagal is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Batuvarahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mulbagal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batuvarahalli
As per Census 2011, Batuvarahalli village has a total population of 455 people, consisting of 238 males and 217 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 206 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batuvarahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 455 | 238 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 127 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 111 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Batuvarahalli
Batuvarahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikkaguttahalli | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Bevanatha | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Thimmapura | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Krishnapura | West | 1.50 km |
| Settikal | East | 1.70 km |
| Puli Obereddihalli | North | 2.03 km |
| D.kurubarahalli | West | 2.07 km |
| Doddaguttahalli | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Puttenahalli | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Vajranagenahalli | West | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Batuvarahalli
Batuvarahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Coromandel, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mulbagal to Batuvarahalli is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolar to Batuvarahalli is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batuvarahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batuvarahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Batuvarahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batuvarahalli 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Batuvarahalli
Where is Batuvarahalli located?
Batuvarahalli village is located in Mulbagal Taluka, Kolar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batuvarahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Batuvarahalli is Mallanayakanahalli.
What is the pincode of Batuvarahalli?
The pincode of Batuvarahalli is 563136.
What is the population of Batuvarahalli?
Batuvarahalli has a total population of 455, including 238 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Batuvarahalli?
There are 97 households in Batuvarahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Batuvarahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batuvarahalli is 45.27%. Male literacy is 53.36% and female literacy is 36.41%.