Badukhar - Indora, Kangra
Badukhar is a village situated in the Indora tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bahadpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badukhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badukhar is 008767. The village covers a total geographical area of 399.53 hectares and falls under the 176058 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Badukhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badukhar
According to the 2011 Census, Badukhar village had a total population of 2,203 people, including 1,155 males and 1,048 females, living in 479 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.45%, with male literacy at 91.35% and female literacy at 79.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 368.
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 | 2,203 | 1,155 | 1,048 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 138 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 197 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,680 | 929 | 751 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 226 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Badukhar
Badukhar 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 Badukhar
Badukhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Dharmsala to Badukhar is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badukhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badukhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badukhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badukhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badukhar
Where is Badukhar located?
Badukhar village is located in Indora Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badukhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Badukhar is Bahadpur.
What is the pincode of Badukhar?
The pincode of Badukhar is 176058.
What is the population of Badukhar?
Badukhar had a total population of 2,203, including 1,155 males and 1,048 females.
How many households are there in Badukhar?
Badukhar had 479 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badukhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badukhar was 85.45%. Male literacy was 91.35% and female literacy was 79.14%.