Batanawada - Motu, Malkangiri
Batanawada is a village situated in the Motu tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Podia and around 74 km from Malkangiri . Materu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batanawada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batanawada is 431068. The village covers a total geographical area of 874 hectares and falls under the 764087 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Batanawada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batanawada
As per Census 2011, Batanawada village has a total population of 451 people, consisting of 207 males and 244 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,178 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 392 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 446 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batanawada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 207 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 39 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 206 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 392 | 176 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Batanawada
Batanawada 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 Batanawada
Batanawada 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 >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 Batanawada is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Batanawada is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batanawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batanawada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Batanawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batanawada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Batanawada
Where is Batanawada located?
Batanawada village is located in Motu Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batanawada?
The Gram Panchayat of Batanawada is Materu.
What is the pincode of Batanawada?
The pincode of Batanawada is 764087.
What is the population of Batanawada?
Batanawada has a total population of 451, including 207 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Batanawada?
There are 108 households in Batanawada.
What is the literacy rate in Batanawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batanawada is 13.08%. Male literacy is 14.98% and female literacy is 11.48%.