Badoh - Dalhousie, Chamba
Badoh is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Bagdhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badoh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badoh is 007424. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.93 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Badoh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badoh
According to the 2011 Census, Badoh village had a total population of 115 people, including 48 males and 67 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,396 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.04%, with male literacy at 82.22% and female literacy at 67.80%.
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 | 115 | 48 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 11 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Badoh
Badoh 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 Badoh
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Badoh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dalhousie to Badoh is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Badoh is about 58 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 Badoh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badoh 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badoh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badoh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badoh
Where is Badoh located?
Badoh village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badoh?
The Gram Panchayat of Badoh is Bagdhar.
What is the pincode of Badoh?
The pincode of Badoh is 176303.
What is the population of Badoh?
Badoh had a total population of 115, including 48 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Badoh?
Badoh had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badoh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badoh was 74.04%. Male literacy was 82.22% and female literacy was 67.80%.