Batasona - Kotpad, Koraput
Batasona is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Batasona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batasona is 428106. The village covers a total geographical area of 3138 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Batasona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batasona
According to the 2011 Census, Batasona village had a total population of 5,859 people, including 2,877 males and 2,982 females, living in 1,434 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.60%, with male literacy at 50.53% and female literacy at 25.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 813, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,274.
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 | 5,859 | 2,877 | 2,982 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,077 | 528 | 549 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 813 | 408 | 405 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,274 | 1,609 | 1,665 |
| Literate Population | 1,798 | 1,187 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,061 | 1,690 | 2,371 |
Nearby Villages of Batasona
Batasona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanpur | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Miriguda | South | 3.33 km |
| Chitagam | West | 3.45 km |
| Bangaguda | South | 3.68 km |
| Sorgiguda( Pakhanaguda) | South | 4.03 km |
| Khandibagdori | North | 4.53 km |
| Andiramunda | South-East | 4.91 km |
| Dugulahandi | North | 5.11 km |
| Kurlubhatta | South-East | 5.27 km |
| Amta (amata) | East | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Batasona
Public transport in the Batasona is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Charamula Kusum, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jeypur to Batasona is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Batasona is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batasona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batasona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Batasona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batasona 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Batasona
Where is Batasona located?
Batasona village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Batasona?
Batasona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Batasona?
The pincode of Batasona is 764058.
What is the population of Batasona?
Batasona had a total population of 5,859, including 2,877 males and 2,982 females.
How many households are there in Batasona?
Batasona had 1,434 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batasona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batasona was 37.60%. Male literacy was 50.53% and female literacy was 25.11%.