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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Badwar village had a total population of 207 people, including 86 males and 121 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,407 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.57%, with male literacy at 94.59% and female literacy at 82.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 207 | 86 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 207, including 86 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Badwar?
Badwar had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badwar was 87.57%. Male literacy was 94.59% and female literacy was 82.52%.