Batula Banj - Lohaghat, Champawat
Batula Banj is a village situated in the Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohaghat and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Manar Talla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batula Banj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batula Banj is 054123. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.56 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Batula Banj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Batula Banj
According to the 2011 Census, Batula Banj village had a total population of 154 people, including 78 males and 76 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.62%, with male literacy at 97.10% and female literacy at 76.71%.
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 | 154 | 78 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 67 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 11 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Batula Banj
Batula Banj 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 Batula Banj
Public transport in the Batula Banj is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Batula Banj is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Batula Banj is about 30 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 Batula Banj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batula Banj 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 Batula Banj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batula Banj 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Batula Banj
Where is Batula Banj located?
Batula Banj village is located in Lohaghat Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Batula Banj?
The Gram Panchayat of Batula Banj is Manar Talla.
What is the pincode of Batula Banj?
The pincode of Batula Banj is 262524.
What is the population of Batula Banj?
Batula Banj had a total population of 154, including 78 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Batula Banj?
Batula Banj had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batula Banj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batula Banj was 86.62%. Male literacy was 97.10% and female literacy was 76.71%.