Batighar - Mahakalapada, Kendrapara
Batighar is a village situated in the Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Jamboo Marine and around 48 km from Kendrapara . Batighara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batighar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batighar is 396060. The village covers a total geographical area of 406 hectares and falls under the 754224 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Batighar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahakalapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batighar
According to the 2011 Census, Batighar village had a total population of 3,569 people, including 1,881 males and 1,688 females, living in 688 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.48%, with male literacy at 88.02% and female literacy at 65.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 3,569 | 1,881 | 1,688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 523 | 278 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 55 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,360 | 1,411 | 949 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,209 | 470 | 739 |
Nearby Villages of Batighar
Batighar 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 Batighar
Batighar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Paradip to Batighar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Batighar is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batighar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batighar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Batighar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batighar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Batighar
Where is Batighar located?
Batighar village is located in Mahakalapada Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batighar?
The Gram Panchayat of Batighar is Batighara.
What is the pincode of Batighar?
The pincode of Batighar is 754224.
What is the population of Batighar?
Batighar had a total population of 3,569, including 1,881 males and 1,688 females.
How many households are there in Batighar?
Batighar had 688 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batighar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batighar was 77.48%. Male literacy was 88.02% and female literacy was 65.77%.