Badrar - Banka
Badrar is a village situated in the Banka subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from Banka, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Karma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badrar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badrar is 241311. The village covers a total geographical area of 215 hectares and falls under the 813109 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Badrar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Badrar
According to the 2011 Census, Badrar village had a total population of 1,812 people, including 932 males and 880 females, living in 372 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.34%, with male literacy at 79.74% and female literacy at 64.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 799.
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 | 1,812 | 932 | 880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 177 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 799 | 421 | 378 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,059 | 602 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 753 | 330 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Badrar
Badrar 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 Badrar
Badrar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badrar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Badrar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badrar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badrar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badrar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badrar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badrar
Where is Badrar located?
Badrar village is located in Banka Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badrar?
The Gram Panchayat of Badrar is Karma.
What is the pincode of Badrar?
The pincode of Badrar is 813109.
What is the population of Badrar?
Badrar had a total population of 1,812, including 932 males and 880 females.
How many households are there in Badrar?
Badrar had 372 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badrar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badrar was 72.34%. Male literacy was 79.74% and female literacy was 64.46%.