Badgaon - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Badgaon is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bargaon Galu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 019229. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.36 hectares and falls under the 174029 pincode. Talai is the nearest town.
Badgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Badgaon village had a total population of 609 people, including 297 males and 312 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.99%, with male literacy at 87.07% and female literacy at 74.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 290.
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 | 609 | 297 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 34 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 141 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 229 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 68 | 115 |
Transport and Connectivity of Badgaon
Badgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Badgaon is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgaon 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 Badgaon
Where is Badgaon located?
Badgaon village is located in Jhanduta Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badgaon is Bargaon Galu.
What is the pincode of Badgaon?
The pincode of Badgaon is 174029.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon had a total population of 609, including 297 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
Badgaon had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon was 80.99%. Male literacy was 87.07% and female literacy was 74.90%.