Badgaon - Kalol, Bilaspur
Badgaon is a village situated in the Kalol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Bilaspur. Badgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 019317. The village covers a total geographical area of 342.7 hectares and falls under the 174029 pincode. Ghumarwin 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 1,852 people, including 938 males and 914 females, living in 358 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.83%, with male literacy at 92.07% and female literacy at 81.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 597.
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 | 1,852 | 938 | 914 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 131 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 597 | 302 | 295 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,398 | 743 | 655 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 195 | 259 |
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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badgaon
Where is Badgaon located?
Badgaon village is located in Kalol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badgaon?
Badgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badgaon?
The pincode of Badgaon is 174029.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon had a total population of 1,852, including 938 males and 914 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
Badgaon had 358 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon was 86.83%. Male literacy was 92.07% and female literacy was 81.57%.