Badon - Baldwara, Mandi
Badon is a village situated in the Baldwara tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Nawani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badon is 014216. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.6 hectares and falls under the 175034 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Badon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badon
As per Census 2011, Badon village has a total population of 308 people, consisting of 156 males and 152 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 79 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 308 | 156 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 126 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 30 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Badon
Badon 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 Badon
Badon 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Badon is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Badon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badon
Where is Badon located?
Badon village is located in Baldwara Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badon is Nawani.
What is the pincode of Badon?
The pincode of Badon is 175034.
What is the population of Badon?
Badon has a total population of 308, including 156 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Badon?
There are 62 households in Badon.
What is the literacy rate in Badon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badon is 74.35%. Male literacy is 80.77% and female literacy is 67.76%.