Badgran - Bharmour, Chamba
Badgran is a village situated in the Bharmour tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Chamba. Badgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badgran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgran is 008190. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.12 hectares and falls under the 176324 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Badgran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgran
According to the 2011 Census, Badgran village had a total population of 641 people, including 329 males and 312 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.35%, with male literacy at 76.81% and female literacy at 59.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 626.
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 | 641 | 329 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 626 | 320 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 212 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 117 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Badgran
Badgran 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 Badgran
Public transport in the Badgran 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 Chamba to Badgran is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badgran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badgran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badgran
Where is Badgran located?
Badgran village is located in Bharmour Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badgran?
The Gram Panchayat of Badgran is Badgram.
What is the pincode of Badgran?
The pincode of Badgran is 176324.
What is the population of Badgran?
Badgran had a total population of 641, including 329 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Badgran?
Badgran had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badgran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgran was 68.35%. Male literacy was 76.81% and female literacy was 59.30%.