Badnu - Namhol, Bilaspur
Badnu is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Barnoo Digthali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badnu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badnu is 019896. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 174033 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Badnu 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 Badnu
As per Census 2011, Badnu village has a total population of 438 people, consisting of 224 males and 214 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 261 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badnu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | 224 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 155 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 69 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Badnu
Badnu 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 Badnu
Badnu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Badnu is about 36 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 Badnu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badnu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badnu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badnu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badnu
Where is Badnu located?
Badnu village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badnu?
The Gram Panchayat of Badnu is Barnoo Digthali.
What is the pincode of Badnu?
The pincode of Badnu is 174033.
What is the population of Badnu?
Badnu has a total population of 438, including 224 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Badnu?
There are 86 households in Badnu.
What is the literacy rate in Badnu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badnu is 59.59%. Male literacy is 69.20% and female literacy is 49.53%.