Badharan - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Badharan is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghuwandal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badharan is 019541. The village covers a total geographical area of 220.7 hectares and falls under the 174310 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Badharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badharan
As per Census 2011, Badharan village has a total population of 256 people, consisting of 124 males and 132 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 146 literate and 110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 202 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badharan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 256 | 124 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 202 | 98 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 75 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 49 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Badharan
Badharan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badharan
Badharan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badharan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naina Devi to Badharan is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Badharan is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badharan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badharan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Badharan
Where is Badharan located?
Badharan village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badharan is Ghuwandal.
What is the pincode of Badharan?
The pincode of Badharan is 174310.
What is the population of Badharan?
Badharan has a total population of 256, including 124 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Badharan?
There are 46 households in Badharan.
What is the literacy rate in Badharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badharan is 57.03%. Male literacy is 60.48% and female literacy is 53.79%.