Badhu - Chachyot, Mandi
Badhu is a village situated in the Chachyot tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Shilhanu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhu is 015437. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.08 hectares and falls under the 175045 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Badhu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhu
According to the 2011 Census, Badhu village had a total population of 280 people, including 137 males and 143 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.87%, with male literacy at 89.52% and female literacy at 76.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 280 | 137 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 111 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 26 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Badhu
Badhu 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 Badhu
Badhu 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 Mandi to Badhu is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badhu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhu 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badhu
Where is Badhu located?
Badhu village is located in Chachyot Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhu?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhu is Shilhanu.
What is the pincode of Badhu?
The pincode of Badhu is 175045.
What is the population of Badhu?
Badhu had a total population of 280, including 137 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Badhu?
Badhu had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhu was 82.87%. Male literacy was 89.52% and female literacy was 76.38%.