Batapalasa - Karanjia, Mayurbhanj
Batapalasa is a village situated in the Karanjia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanjia and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Batpalsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batapalasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batapalasa is 388887. The village covers a total geographical area of 373 hectares and falls under the 757036 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Batapalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batapalasa
As per Census 2011, Batapalasa village has a total population of 1,726 people, consisting of 859 males and 867 females. The village has 423 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,051 literate and 675 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 876 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batapalasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,726 | 859 | 867 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 99 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 46 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 876 | 434 | 442 |
| Literate Population | 1,051 | 597 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 675 | 262 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Batapalasa
Batapalasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadamadak | North | 1.53 km |
| Patulidiha | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Salarapada | West | 1.77 km |
| Panaspal | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Sialinai | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Pahadmadak | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Miriginandi | South | 2.60 km |
| Ranipat | North | 2.74 km |
| Hatibari | East | 3.09 km |
| Godidiha | South-West | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Batapalasa
Public transport in the Batapalasa is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sitabanji, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Batapalasa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Batapalasa is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batapalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batapalasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Batapalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batapalasa 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 Batapalasa
Where is Batapalasa located?
Batapalasa village is located in Karanjia Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batapalasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Batapalasa is Batpalsa.
What is the pincode of Batapalasa?
The pincode of Batapalasa is 757036.
What is the population of Batapalasa?
Batapalasa has a total population of 1,726, including 859 males and 867 females.
How many households are there in Batapalasa?
There are 423 households in Batapalasa.
What is the literacy rate in Batapalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batapalasa is 60.89%. Male literacy is 69.50% and female literacy is 52.36%.