Bataka Toli - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Bataka Toli is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Batkatoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bataka Toli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bataka Toli is 050111. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.91 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Bataka Toli 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 Bataka Toli
According to the 2011 Census, Bataka Toli village had a total population of 184 people, including 85 males and 99 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,165 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.64%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 57.61%.
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 | 184 | 85 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 64 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 21 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Bataka Toli
Bataka Toli 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 Bataka Toli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bataka Toli.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Bataka Toli is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bataka Toli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bataka Toli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bataka Toli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bataka Toli 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bataka Toli
Where is Bataka Toli located?
Bataka Toli village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bataka Toli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bataka Toli is Batkatoli.
What is the pincode of Bataka Toli?
The pincode of Bataka Toli is 262522.
What is the population of Bataka Toli?
Bataka Toli had a total population of 184, including 85 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Bataka Toli?
Bataka Toli had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bataka Toli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bataka Toli was 69.64%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 57.61%.