Badhach - Nankhari, Shimla
Badhach is a village situated in the Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Barach serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhach village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhach is 023706. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 172028 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Badhach village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhach
According to the 2011 Census, Badhach village had a total population of 109 people, including 55 males and 54 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.00%, with male literacy at 92.00% and female literacy at 82.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 9 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Badhach
Badhach 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 Badhach
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Badhach.
| 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 Rampur to Badhach is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shimla to Badhach is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhach
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhach village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badhach
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhach village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badhach
Where is Badhach located?
Badhach village is located in Nankhari Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhach?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhach is Barach.
What is the pincode of Badhach?
The pincode of Badhach is 172028.
What is the population of Badhach?
Badhach had a total population of 109, including 55 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Badhach?
Badhach had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhach?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhach was 87.00%. Male literacy was 92.00% and female literacy was 82.00%.