Badhu

Badhu is a village located in Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 65km away from district headquarter Jhanduta. Jhanduta is the sub-district headquarter of Badhu village. As per 2009 stats, Salwar is the gram panchayat of Badhu village.

Here you can discover what makes Badhu unique in its vibrant Jhanduta-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Badhu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Badhu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badhu is 019429. The village spans a total geographical area of 33.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 147017. Naina Devi is nearest town to Badhu village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Badhu 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.

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Population of Badhu

According to the 2011 Census, Badhu has a total population of about 58, with approximately 29 males and 29 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 3 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 43 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.14%, with male literacy at about 75.86% and female literacy near 72.41%. There are around 11 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badhu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 58 29 29
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 3 1 2
Scheduled Castes (SC) 43 20 23
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 43 22 21
Illiterate Population 15 7 8

Connectivity of Badhu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badhu. As per the 2011 stats, Badhu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Badhu

Knowing the nearby villages of Badhu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badhu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Badhu

Where is Badhu located?
Badhu village is situated in Jhanduta Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhu?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhu is Salwar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Badhu?
The pincode of Badhu is 147017, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Badhu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badhu is 58, with 29 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Badhu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Badhu village has a total of 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badhu is 74.14%. The male literacy rate is 75.86%, while the female literacy rate is 72.41%.