Batibahal - Komna, Nuapada
Batibahal is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Michhapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batibahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batibahal is 421869. The village covers a total geographical area of 190 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Batibahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batibahal
As per Census 2011, Batibahal village has a total population of 333 people, consisting of 161 males and 172 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batibahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 333 | 161 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 73 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 102 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 59 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Batibahal
Batibahal 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 Batibahal
Batibahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Khariar Road to Batibahal is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Batibahal is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batibahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batibahal 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 Batibahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batibahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Batibahal
Where is Batibahal located?
Batibahal village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batibahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Batibahal is Michhapalli.
What is the pincode of Batibahal?
The pincode of Batibahal is 766106.
What is the population of Batibahal?
Batibahal has a total population of 333, including 161 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Batibahal?
There are 93 households in Batibahal.
What is the literacy rate in Batibahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batibahal is 52.55%. Male literacy is 63.35% and female literacy is 42.44%.