Batsa - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Batsa is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Batsa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batsa is 177446. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.23 hectares and falls under the 272152 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Batsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batsa
As per Census 2011, Batsa village has a total population of 1,571 people, consisting of 808 males and 763 females. The village has 232 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 796 literate and 775 illiterate residents. Additionally, 258 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,571 | 808 | 763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 135 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 134 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 796 | 479 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 775 | 329 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Batsa
Batsa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ausangara | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Khesraha | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Kerwania | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Pagar | East | 1.31 km |
| Bakainia | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Piria | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Sawadar | North | 1.33 km |
| Narayanpur | South | 1.90 km |
| Bhaluha | South | 1.92 km |
| Batwaria | North-East | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Batsa
Batsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Uska Bazar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.6 km.
| 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 Siddharthnagar to Batsa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Batsa is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Batsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batsa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Batsa
Where is Batsa located?
Batsa village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batsa?
Batsa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Batsa?
The pincode of Batsa is 272152.
What is the population of Batsa?
Batsa has a total population of 1,571, including 808 males and 763 females.
How many households are there in Batsa?
There are 232 households in Batsa.
What is the literacy rate in Batsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batsa is 50.67%. Male literacy is 59.28% and female literacy is 41.55%.