Batagaon - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Batagaon is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Bhutuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batagaon is 384959. The village covers a total geographical area of 736 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Barbil is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Batagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Batagaon village had a total population of 182 people, including 97 males and 85 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.08%, with male literacy at 28.00% and female literacy at 30.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 181.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 182 | 97 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 97 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 76 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Batagaon
Batagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raisuan | South | 2.59 km |
| Kensara (kensila) | North | 2.88 km |
| Lasi | West | 3.03 km |
| Chada | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Bhutuda | West | 4.71 km |
| Sareikela | South-West | 4.96 km |
| Taldihi | North | 5.89 km |
| Ranta | West | 6.71 km |
| Tilkuda | South | 6.78 km |
| Randa | West | 7.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Batagaon
Public transport in the Batagaon is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Barbil to Batagaon is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Batagaon is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batagaon 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 Batagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batagaon 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 Batagaon
Where is Batagaon located?
Batagaon village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Batagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Batagaon is Bhutuda.
What is the pincode of Batagaon?
The pincode of Batagaon is 770040.
What is the population of Batagaon?
Batagaon had a total population of 182, including 97 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Batagaon?
Batagaon had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batagaon was 29.08%. Male literacy was 28.00% and female literacy was 30.30%.