Badei - Bharmour, Chamba
Badei is a village situated in the Bharmour tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 59 km from Chamba. Greema serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badei is 008205. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.07 hectares and falls under the 176309 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Badei village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badei
According to the 2011 Census, Badei village had a total population of 555 people, including 276 males and 279 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.22%, with male literacy at 88.71% and female literacy at 63.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 507.
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 | 555 | 276 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 507 | 253 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 220 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 56 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Badei
Badei 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 Badei
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Badei.
| 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 Chamba to Badei is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badei village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badei village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badei
Where is Badei located?
Badei village is located in Bharmour Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badei?
The Gram Panchayat of Badei is Greema.
What is the pincode of Badei?
The pincode of Badei is 176309.
What is the population of Badei?
Badei had a total population of 555, including 276 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Badei?
Badei had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badei was 76.22%. Male literacy was 88.71% and female literacy was 63.52%.