Batapulisi - Ramanaguda, Rayagada
Batapulisi is a village situated in the Ramanaguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Gunupur and around 100 km from Rayagada . Sundhidhamuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batapulisi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batapulisi is 426659. The village covers a total geographical area of 787.93 hectares and falls under the 765029 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Batapulisi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batapulisi
As per Census 2011, Batapulisi village has a total population of 405 people, consisting of 192 males and 213 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 1,109 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 160 literate and 245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 313 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batapulisi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 405 | 192 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 20 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 313 | 146 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 97 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 95 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Batapulisi
Batapulisi 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 Batapulisi
Batapulisi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Batapulisi is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Batapulisi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batapulisi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batapulisi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Batapulisi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batapulisi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Batapulisi
Where is Batapulisi located?
Batapulisi village is located in Ramanaguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batapulisi?
The Gram Panchayat of Batapulisi is Sundhidhamuni.
What is the pincode of Batapulisi?
The pincode of Batapulisi is 765029.
What is the population of Batapulisi?
Batapulisi has a total population of 405, including 192 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Batapulisi?
There are 119 households in Batapulisi.
What is the literacy rate in Batapulisi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batapulisi is 39.51%. Male literacy is 50.52% and female literacy is 29.58%.