Badaura - Chandi, Nalanda
Badaura is a village situated in the Chandi subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Narsanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badaura is 244319. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 803108 pincode. Hilsa is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Badaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Badaura
According to the 2011 Census, Badaura village had a total population of 1,236 people, including 655 males and 581 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.90%, with male literacy at 75.19% and female literacy at 48.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 411.
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 | 1,236 | 655 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 119 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 411 | 217 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 634 | 403 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 252 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Badaura
Badaura 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 Badaura
Badaura 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 Badaura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Hilsa to Badaura is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Biharsharif to Badaura is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badaura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badaura
Where is Badaura located?
Badaura village is located in Chandi Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Badaura is Narsanda.
What is the pincode of Badaura?
The pincode of Badaura is 803108.
What is the population of Badaura?
Badaura had a total population of 1,236, including 655 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Badaura?
Badaura had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badaura was 62.90%. Male literacy was 75.19% and female literacy was 48.94%.