Batharla Village - Patnagarh, Balangir
Batharla is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Batharla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batharla is 420630. The village covers a total geographical area of 281 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Batharla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batharla
As per Census 2011, Batharla village has a total population of 1,384 people, consisting of 720 males and 664 females. The village has 347 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 884 literate and 500 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 205 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batharla are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,384 | 720 | 664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 75 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 53 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 102 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 884 | 514 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 206 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Batharla
Batharla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Banjari | West | 1.33 km |
| Gangasagar | South | 1.86 km |
| San Bichhilibahal | West | 1.97 km |
| Maruan | North | 2.05 km |
| Siletpara | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Beherabandh | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Bileisathi | West | 2.64 km |
| Talpadar | North | 2.84 km |
| Chingerbandh | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Ganjaudar | North | 3.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Batharla
Batharla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kantabanji, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.9 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 Patnagarh to Batharla is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Batharla is about 42 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 Batharla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batharla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Batharla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batharla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Batharla
Where is Batharla located?
Batharla village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batharla?
Batharla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Batharla?
The pincode of Batharla is 767025.
What is the population of Batharla?
Batharla has a total population of 1,384, including 720 males and 664 females.
How many households are there in Batharla?
There are 347 households in Batharla.
What is the literacy rate in Batharla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batharla is 63.87%. Male literacy is 71.39% and female literacy is 55.72%.