Batholi - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Batholi is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Batholi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batholi is 477075. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.15 hectares and falls under the 451224 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Batholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Batholi
According to the 2011 Census, Batholi village had a total population of 968 people, including 482 males and 486 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.71%, with male literacy at 89.39% and female literacy at 60.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 968 | 482 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 58 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 68 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 647 | 379 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 103 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Batholi
Batholi 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 Batholi
Batholi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Batholi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Batholi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Batholi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batholi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Batholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batholi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Batholi
Where is Batholi located?
Batholi village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Batholi?
Batholi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Batholi?
The pincode of Batholi is 451224.
What is the population of Batholi?
Batholi had a total population of 968, including 482 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Batholi?
Batholi had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batholi was 74.71%. Male literacy was 89.39% and female literacy was 60.63%.