Bhattwas - Kathumar, Alwar
Bhattwas is a village situated in the Kathumar tehsil of Alwar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kathumar and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Alwar. Nangal Roopa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhattwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhattwas is 073776. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 301035 pincode. Kherli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bhattwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kathumar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhattwas
As per Census 2011, Bhattwas village has a total population of 483 people, consisting of 256 males and 227 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 192 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhattwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 483 | 256 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 107 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 102 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 176 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 80 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Bhattwas
Bhattwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nangla Bas Guman | South-West | 0.59 km |
| Nangal Roopa | North | 1.30 km |
| Kantwari | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Gundbas | East | 2.20 km |
| Sahari | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Khoh | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Dayothana | East | 3.03 km |
| Napapara | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Khera Sarangpuri | West | 3.08 km |
| Bhanokhar | South | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhattwas
Bhattwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dantla, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kherli to Bhattwas is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alwar to Bhattwas is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhattwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhattwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhattwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhattwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhattwas
Where is Bhattwas located?
Bhattwas village is located in Kathumar Tehsil, Alwar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhattwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhattwas is Nangal Roopa.
What is the pincode of Bhattwas?
The pincode of Bhattwas is 301035.
What is the population of Bhattwas?
Bhattwas has a total population of 483, including 256 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Bhattwas?
There are 85 households in Bhattwas.
What is the literacy rate in Bhattwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhattwas is 56.94%. Male literacy is 68.75% and female literacy is 43.61%.