Batan

Batan is a village located in Jagatballavpur subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.9km away from sub-district headquarter Jagatballavpur (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Gobindapur is the gram panchayat of Batan village.

Batan has its own place in the vibrant Haora region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Batan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Batan is 332756. The village spans a total geographical area of 127.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711414. Haora is nearest town to Batan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

When it comes to local governance, Batan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Panchla Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Howrah Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Batan

Below is a concise population overview of Batan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,111 1,119 992
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 196 106 90
Scheduled Castes (SC) 385 206 179
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,525 840 685
Illiterate Population 586 279 307

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Batan village:

  • The total population of Batan village is around 2,111, including approximately 1,119 males and 992 females, with a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 196 children aged 0–6 years in Batan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Batan village has 385 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Batan village is about 72.24%, with male literacy at 75.07% and female literacy at 69.05%.
  • There are around 477 households in Batan village.

Connectivity of Batan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Batan. As per the 2011 stats, Batan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Batan

Knowing the nearby villages of Batan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Batan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Batan

Where is Batan located?
Batan village is situated in Jagatballavpur Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batan?
The Gram Panchayat of Batan is Gobindapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Batan?
The pincode of Batan is 711414, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Batan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Batan is 2,111, with 1,119 males and 992 females.
How many households are there in Batan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Batan village has a total of 477 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Batan is 72.24%. The male literacy rate is 75.07%, while the female literacy rate is 69.05%.