Badsu - Balh, Mandi
Badsu is a village situated in the Balh tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Mandi. Badsu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badsu is 014744. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.15 hectares and falls under the 175021 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Badsu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badsu
According to the 2011 Census, Badsu village had a total population of 760 people, including 365 males and 395 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 1,082 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.83%, with male literacy at 96.24% and female literacy at 74.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 373, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 760 | 365 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 46 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 373 | 179 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 576 | 307 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 58 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Badsu
Badsu 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 Badsu
Public transport in the Badsu 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 Mandi to Badsu is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badsu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badsu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badsu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badsu 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Badsu
Where is Badsu located?
Badsu village is located in Balh Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badsu?
Badsu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badsu?
The pincode of Badsu is 175021.
What is the population of Badsu?
Badsu had a total population of 760, including 365 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Badsu?
Badsu had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badsu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badsu was 84.83%. Male literacy was 96.24% and female literacy was 74.72%.