Bateru - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Bateru is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from Paparmetla and around 160 km from Malkangiri . Ralegada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bateru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bateru is 430750. The village falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Bateru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bateru
As per Census 2011, Bateru village has a total population of 42 people, consisting of 19 males and 23 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 1,210 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bateru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 17 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Bateru
Bateru 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 Bateru
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bateru.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Bateru is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Bateru is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bateru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bateru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bateru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bateru 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 Bateru
Where is Bateru located?
Bateru village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bateru?
The Gram Panchayat of Bateru is Ralegada.
What is the pincode of Bateru?
The pincode of Bateru is 764051.
What is the population of Bateru?
Bateru has a total population of 42, including 19 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Bateru?
There are 10 households in Bateru.
What is the literacy rate in Bateru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bateru is 7.14%. Male literacy is 10.53% and female literacy is 4.35%.