Badwahan - Padhar, Mandi
Badwahan is a village situated in the Padhar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Urla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badwahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badwahan is 013089. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.1 hectares and falls under the 175012 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Badwahan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badwahan
According to the 2011 Census, Badwahan village had a total population of 795 people, including 391 males and 404 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.79%, with male literacy at 87.03% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 213, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 227.
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 | 795 | 391 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 44 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 98 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 227 | 111 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 302 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 89 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Badwahan
Badwahan 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 Badwahan
Badwahan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Badwahan is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badwahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badwahan 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 Badwahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badwahan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badwahan
Where is Badwahan located?
Badwahan village is located in Padhar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badwahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badwahan is Urla.
What is the pincode of Badwahan?
The pincode of Badwahan is 175012.
What is the population of Badwahan?
Badwahan had a total population of 795, including 391 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Badwahan?
Badwahan had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badwahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badwahan was 76.79%. Male literacy was 87.03% and female literacy was 66.67%.