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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Badhu village has a total population of 84 people, consisting of 41 males and 43 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 58 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badhu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| 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 has a total population of 84, including 41 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Badhu?
There are 17 households in Badhu.
What is the literacy rate in Badhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhu is 69.05%. Male literacy is 80.49% and female literacy is 58.14%.