Bhatli is located in Western Odisha, close to the border of neighbouring state of Chhattisgarh.

The whole of Bargarh district lies in the Deccan plateau with Eastern Ghats running close to the town.

[3] Nivedita Public School (CBSE) Saraswati Sishu Vidya Mandir Major employment source of people are agricultural activities.

A significant population of the weaver community is engaged in Handloom activities, producing famous sambalpuri saree.

These organizations creates awareness on harmful effects of chemical farming, poisoned food systems and water.

Local devotee comes with enthusiasm and pay tribute by pulling the ratha to the Rathadanda Padia.

Khatushyamji Rath idol during Pad Yatra from Temple to road nearby up to some distance.

People enjoy their holy journey by singing shyam bhajans and playing various musical instruments.

It is also a Gram Panchayat of Panchayati Raj Institution of the tier 3 governance pattern of India.

Bhatli Constituency Current MLA is IRASHISH ACHARYA[5] It is the block headquarter of 84 villages.