Bathan - Amargarh, Malerkotla
Bathan is a village situated in the Amargarh tehsil of Malerkotla district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from Malerkotla and around 44 km from Sangrur. Bathan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bathan is 039511. The village covers a total geographical area of 410 hectares and falls under the 148019 pincode. Malerkotla is the nearest town.
Bathan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malerkotla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bathan
According to the 2011 Census, Bathan village had a total population of 1,484 people, including 797 males and 687 females, living in 310 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.01%, with male literacy at 76.14% and female literacy at 67.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 501.
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 | 1,484 | 797 | 687 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 97 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 501 | 272 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 952 | 533 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 264 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Bathan
Bathan 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 Bathan
Bathan 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 5-10 km |
| 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 Sangrur to Bathan is about 44 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 Bathan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bathan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bathan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bathan 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 Bathan
Where is Bathan located?
Bathan village is located in Amargarh Tehsil, Malerkotla district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bathan?
Bathan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bathan?
The pincode of Bathan is 148019.
What is the population of Bathan?
Bathan had a total population of 1,484, including 797 males and 687 females.
How many households are there in Bathan?
Bathan had 310 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bathan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bathan was 72.01%. Male literacy was 76.14% and female literacy was 67.36%.