Badwar - Rakkar, Kangra
Badwar is a village situated in the Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Punani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badwar is 010811. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.68 hectares and falls under the 177043 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Badwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badwar
As per Census 2011, Badwar village has a total population of 207 people, consisting of 86 males and 121 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,406 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 155 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 207 | 86 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 70 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 16 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Badwar
Badwar 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 Badwar
Badwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dharmsala to Badwar is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badwar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badwar
Where is Badwar located?
Badwar village is located in Rakkar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Badwar is Punani.
What is the pincode of Badwar?
The pincode of Badwar is 177043.
What is the population of Badwar?
Badwar has a total population of 207, including 86 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Badwar?
There are 48 households in Badwar.
What is the literacy rate in Badwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badwar is 74.88%. Male literacy is 81.40% and female literacy is 70.25%.