Badhu - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Badhu is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Kachauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhu is 019818. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Badhu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhu
According to the 2011 Census, Badhu village had a total population of 84 people, including 41 males and 43 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.38%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 65.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 8 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Badhu
Badhu 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 Badhu
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Badhu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Badhu is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badhu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badhu
Where is Badhu located?
Badhu village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badhu?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhu is Kachauli.
What is the pincode of Badhu?
The pincode of Badhu is 174001.
What is the population of Badhu?
Badhu had a total population of 84, including 41 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Badhu?
Badhu had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhu was 78.38%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 65.79%.