Badgaon
Badgaon is a village located in Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from district headquarter Jhanduta. Jhanduta is the sub-district headquarter of Badgaon village. As per 2009 stats, Badgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Badgaon has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Badgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badgaon is 019317. The village spans a total geographical area of 342.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174029. Ghumarwin is nearest town to Badgaon village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Badgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Badgaon
Population of Badgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Badgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,852 | 938 | 914 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 131 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 597 | 302 | 295 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,398 | 743 | 655 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 195 | 259 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Badgaon village:
- The total population of Badgaon village is around 1,852, including approximately 938 males and 914 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 242 children aged 0–6 years in Badgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Badgaon village has 597 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Badgaon village is about 75.49%, with male literacy at 79.21% and female literacy at 71.66%.
- There are around 358 households in Badgaon village.
Connectivity of Badgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Badgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Badgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badgaon
- Where is Badgaon located?
- Badgaon village is situated in Jhanduta Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badgaon?
- Badgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Badgaon?
- The pincode of Badgaon is 174029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badgaon is 1,852, with 938 males and 914 females.
- How many households are there in Badgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badgaon village has a total of 358 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badgaon is 75.49%. The male literacy rate is 79.21%, while the female literacy rate is 71.66%.