Badi - Saluni, Chamba
Badi is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Sanooh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badi is 007140. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.9 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Badi 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 Badi
According to the 2011 Census, Badi village had a total population of 503 people, including 249 males and 254 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.47%, with male literacy at 89.15% and female literacy at 57.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 503 | 249 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 189 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 60 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Badi
Badi 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 Badi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Badi.
| 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 Chamba to Badi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badi 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 Badi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badi 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 Badi
Where is Badi located?
Badi village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badi?
The Gram Panchayat of Badi is Sanooh.
What is the pincode of Badi?
The pincode of Badi is 176320.
What is the population of Badi?
Badi had a total population of 503, including 249 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Badi?
Badi had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badi was 73.47%. Male literacy was 89.15% and female literacy was 57.94%.