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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Badgaon village has a total population of 609 people, consisting of 297 males and 312 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 426 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 290 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 609 | 297 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 34 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 141 | 149 |
| 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 has a total population of 609, including 297 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
There are 126 households in Badgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon is 69.95%. Male literacy is 77.10% and female literacy is 63.14%.