Badarkha - Dholka, Ahmedabad
Badarkha is a village situated in the Dholka taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Dholka and around 30 km from Ahmadabad. Badarkha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badarkha is 511694. The village covers a total geographical area of 1074.57 hectares and falls under the 382260 pincode. Dholka is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badarkha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dholka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badarkha
As per Census 2011, Badarkha village has a total population of 10,002 people, consisting of 5,371 males and 4,631 females. The village has 1,966 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,851 literate and 3,151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,684 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badarkha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,002 | 5,371 | 4,631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,160 | 666 | 494 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,684 | 909 | 775 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Literate Population | 6,851 | 4,026 | 2,825 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,151 | 1,345 | 1,806 |
Nearby Villages of Badarkha
Badarkha 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 Badarkha
Badarkha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Badarkha has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dholka to Badarkha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Badarkha 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 Badarkha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badarkha 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 Badarkha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badarkha 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 Badarkha
Where is Badarkha located?
Badarkha village is located in Dholka Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badarkha?
Badarkha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badarkha?
The pincode of Badarkha is 382260.
What is the population of Badarkha?
Badarkha has a total population of 10,002, including 5,371 males and 4,631 females.
How many households are there in Badarkha?
There are 1,966 households in Badarkha.
What is the literacy rate in Badarkha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badarkha is 68.50%. Male literacy is 74.96% and female literacy is 61.00%.