Batla Gaon - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Batla Gaon is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Rai Garsayari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batla Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batla Gaon is 049768. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.5 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Batla Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batla Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Batla Gaon village had a total population of 84 people, including 37 males and 47 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,270 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.05%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 68.89%.
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 | 84 | 37 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 4 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Batla Gaon
Batla 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 Batla Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Batla Gaon.
| 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 Didihat to Batla Gaon is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Batla Gaon is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batla Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batla 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 Batla 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 Batla 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 Batla Gaon
Where is Batla Gaon located?
Batla Gaon village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Batla Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Batla Gaon is Rai Garsayari.
What is the pincode of Batla Gaon?
The pincode of Batla Gaon is 262531.
What is the population of Batla Gaon?
Batla Gaon had a total population of 84, including 37 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Batla Gaon?
Batla Gaon had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batla Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batla Gaon was 82.05%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 68.89%.