Batabani - Binpur - II, Jhargram
Batabani is a village situated in the Binpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.9 km from Lalgarh. Harda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batabani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batabani is 335845. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.81 hectares and falls under the 721504 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Batabani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Batabani
According to the 2011 Census, Batabani village had a total population of 289 people, including 142 males and 147 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.88%, with male literacy at 78.91% and female literacy at 60.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 289 | 142 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 14 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 101 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 41 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Batabani
Batabani 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 Batabani
Batabani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Batabani is about 25 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 Batabani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batabani 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 Batabani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batabani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Batabani
Where is Batabani located?
Batabani village is located in Binpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Batabani?
The Gram Panchayat of Batabani is Harda.
What is the pincode of Batabani?
The pincode of Batabani is 721504.
What is the population of Batabani?
Batabani had a total population of 289, including 142 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Batabani?
Batabani had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batabani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batabani was 69.88%. Male literacy was 78.91% and female literacy was 60.33%.