Badhin - Jawali, Kangra
Badhin is a village situated in the Jawali tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Ambal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhin is 009106. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.31 hectares and falls under the 176023 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Badhin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhin
According to the 2011 Census, Badhin village had a total population of 100 people, including 54 males and 46 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.06%, with male literacy at 89.58% and female literacy at 83.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 11 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Badhin
Badhin 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 Badhin
Badhin 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 Badhin is about 260 km, with the usual travel time around ~7.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badhin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badhin
Where is Badhin located?
Badhin village is located in Jawali Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhin?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhin is Ambal.
What is the pincode of Badhin?
The pincode of Badhin is 176023.
What is the population of Badhin?
Badhin had a total population of 100, including 54 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Badhin?
Badhin had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhin was 87.06%. Male literacy was 89.58% and female literacy was 83.78%.