Batelima - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Batelima is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Baterima serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batelima village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batelima is 422969. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Batelima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batelima
As per Census 2011, Batelima village has a total population of 384 people, consisting of 201 males and 183 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batelima are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 384 | 201 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 16 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 145 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 56 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Batelima
Batelima 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parbatipur | South | 1.10 km |
| Kutendeli | East | 1.20 km |
| Banipanga | North | 1.35 km |
| Rasabundel | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Chhatrapur | West | 1.42 km |
| Raghunathapur | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Sindhibahala | South | 1.71 km |
| Kinari | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Kansari | South | 2.00 km |
| Harekrusnapur | North | 2.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Batelima
Batelima is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Doikallu, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Batelima is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Batelima is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batelima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batelima village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Batelima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batelima village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Batelima
Where is Batelima located?
Batelima village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batelima?
The Gram Panchayat of Batelima is Baterima.
What is the pincode of Batelima?
The pincode of Batelima is 766027.
What is the population of Batelima?
Batelima has a total population of 384, including 201 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Batelima?
There are 88 households in Batelima.
What is the literacy rate in Batelima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batelima is 52.60%. Male literacy is 72.14% and female literacy is 31.15%.