Badkut - Chadiyar, Kangra
Badkut is a village situated in the Chadiyar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 62 km from Dharmsala. Bhirdi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badkut village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badkut is 011997. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 176088 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Badkut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badkut
According to the 2011 Census, Badkut village had a total population of 132 people, including 57 males and 75 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,316 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.70%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 78.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 120.
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 | 132 | 57 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 53 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 4 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Badkut
Badkut 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 Badkut
Badkut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Badkut.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Badkut is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badkut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badkut village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badkut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badkut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badkut
Where is Badkut located?
Badkut village is located in Chadiyar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badkut?
The Gram Panchayat of Badkut is Bhirdi.
What is the pincode of Badkut?
The pincode of Badkut is 176088.
What is the population of Badkut?
Badkut had a total population of 132, including 57 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Badkut?
Badkut had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badkut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badkut was 87.70%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 78.26%.