Batagan

Batagan is a village located in Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kankadahad (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Batagaon is the gram panchayat of Batagan village.

Batagan has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Batagan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Batagan is 402514. The village spans a total geographical area of 622 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759018. Kamakshyanagar is nearest town to Batagan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Batagan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Batagan

Below is a concise population overview of Batagan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,261 1,235 1,026
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 238 130 108
Scheduled Castes (SC) 626 317 309
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 713 443 270
Literate Population 1,456 864 592
Illiterate Population 805 371 434

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Batagan village:

  • The total population of Batagan village is around 2,261, including approximately 1,235 males and 1,026 females, with a sex ratio of 830 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 238 children aged 0–6 years in Batagan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Batagan village has 626 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 713 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Batagan village is about 64.40%, with male literacy at 69.96% and female literacy at 57.70%.
  • There are around 434 households in Batagan village.

Connectivity of Batagan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Batagan. As per the 2011 stats, Batagan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Batagan

Knowing the nearby villages of Batagan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Batagan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Batagan

Where is Batagan located?
Batagan village is situated in Kankadahad Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Batagan is Batagaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Batagan?
The pincode of Batagan is 759018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Batagan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Batagan is 2,261, with 1,235 males and 1,026 females.
How many households are there in Batagan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Batagan village has a total of 434 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batagan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Batagan is 64.40%. The male literacy rate is 69.96%, while the female literacy rate is 57.70%.