Badsour - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Badsour is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Sihra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badsour village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badsour is 019770. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Badsour village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badsour
As per Census 2011, Badsour village has a total population of 167 people, consisting of 87 males and 80 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 44 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badsour are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 167 | 87 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 70 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 17 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Badsour
Badsour 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 Badsour
Badsour is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Badsour.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Badsour is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badsour
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badsour 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 Badsour
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badsour village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badsour
Where is Badsour located?
Badsour village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badsour?
The Gram Panchayat of Badsour is Sihra.
What is the pincode of Badsour?
The pincode of Badsour is 174001.
What is the population of Badsour?
Badsour has a total population of 167, including 87 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Badsour?
There are 35 households in Badsour.
What is the literacy rate in Badsour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badsour is 73.65%. Male literacy is 80.46% and female literacy is 66.25%.