Batal Gaon - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Batal Gaon is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Batalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batal Gaon is 050638. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.88 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Batal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Batal Gaon village had a total population of 245 people, including 113 males and 132 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,168 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.25%, with male literacy at 94.74% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 245 | 113 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 90 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 23 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Batal Gaon
Batal Gaon 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 Batal Gaon
Batal Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Bageshwar to Batal Gaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Batal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batal Gaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Batal Gaon
Where is Batal Gaon located?
Batal Gaon village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Batal Gaon is Batalgaon.
What is the pincode of Batal Gaon?
The pincode of Batal Gaon is 263634.
What is the population of Batal Gaon?
Batal Gaon had a total population of 245, including 113 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Batal Gaon?
Batal Gaon had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batal Gaon was 79.25%. Male literacy was 94.74% and female literacy was 66.67%.