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
As per Census 2011, Badi village has a total population of 503 people, consisting of 249 males and 254 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 313 literate and 190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badi are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 503, including 249 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Badi?
There are 105 households in Badi.
What is the literacy rate in Badi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badi is 62.23%. Male literacy is 75.90% and female literacy is 48.82%.