Batterhanchnal - Gangawati, Koppal
Batterhanchnal is a village situated in the Gangawati taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangawati and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Koppal. Herur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batterhanchnal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batterhanchnal is 601645. The village covers a total geographical area of 656.75 hectares and falls under the 583227 pincode. Gangawati is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Batterhanchnal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanakagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batterhanchnal
As per Census 2011, Batterhanchnal village has a total population of 2,273 people, consisting of 1,162 males and 1,111 females. The village has 510 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,250 literate and 1,023 illiterate residents. Additionally, 758 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batterhanchnal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,273 | 1,162 | 1,111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 158 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 758 | 387 | 371 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 1,250 | 685 | 565 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,023 | 477 | 546 |
Nearby Villages of Batterhanchnal
Batterhanchnal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gonal | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Jangamarkalgudi | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Gangawati (rural) | South | 2.96 km |
| Baglapura | West | 3.90 km |
| Herur | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Marli | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Hosekera | North-East | 5.00 km |
| Achalapur | South-East | 5.05 km |
| Arhal | West | 5.06 km |
| Markumbi | North | 5.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Batterhanchnal
Batterhanchnal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hospet Jn, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangawati to Batterhanchnal is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Batterhanchnal is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batterhanchnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batterhanchnal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Batterhanchnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batterhanchnal 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Batterhanchnal
Where is Batterhanchnal located?
Batterhanchnal village is located in Gangawati Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batterhanchnal?
The Gram Panchayat of Batterhanchnal is Herur.
What is the pincode of Batterhanchnal?
The pincode of Batterhanchnal is 583227.
What is the population of Batterhanchnal?
Batterhanchnal has a total population of 2,273, including 1,162 males and 1,111 females.
How many households are there in Batterhanchnal?
There are 510 households in Batterhanchnal.
What is the literacy rate in Batterhanchnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batterhanchnal is 54.99%. Male literacy is 58.95% and female literacy is 50.86%.