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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Badharan village had a total population of 256 people, including 124 males and 132 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 69.44% and female literacy at 63.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 202.
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 | 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 had a total population of 256, including 124 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Badharan?
Badharan had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badharan was 66.67%. Male literacy was 69.44% and female literacy was 63.96%.