Batla Kalan - Bhimpur, Betul
Batla Kalan is a village situated in the Bhimpur tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 160 km from Bhainsdehi and around 160 km from Betul. Batlakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batla Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batla Kalan is 485127. The village covers a total geographical area of 628.78 hectares and falls under the 460220 pincode. Betul is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Batla 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 Bhainsdehi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batla Kalan
As per Census 2011, Batla Kalan village has a total population of 1,263 people, consisting of 624 males and 639 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 548 literate and 715 illiterate residents. Additionally, 271 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 934 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batla Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,263 | 624 | 639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 116 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 133 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 934 | 461 | 473 |
| Literate Population | 548 | 334 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 290 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Batla Kalan
Batla Kalan 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 Batla Kalan
Batla Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Betul to Batla Kalan is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Batla Kalan is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batla Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batla 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Batla 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 Batla Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Batla Kalan
Where is Batla Kalan located?
Batla Kalan village is located in Bhimpur Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batla Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Batla Kalan is Batlakala.
What is the pincode of Batla Kalan?
The pincode of Batla Kalan is 460220.
What is the population of Batla Kalan?
Batla Kalan has a total population of 1,263, including 624 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Batla Kalan?
There are 229 households in Batla Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Batla Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batla Kalan is 43.39%. Male literacy is 53.53% and female literacy is 33.49%.