Badfar - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Badfar is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Shimla. Dhalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badfar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badfar is 024664. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.4 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Badfar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badfar
According to the 2011 Census, Badfar village had a total population of 75 people, including 40 males and 35 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.29%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 78.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Badfar
Badfar 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 Badfar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Badfar.
| 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 Shimla to Badfar is about 8 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 Badfar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badfar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badfar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badfar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badfar
Where is Badfar located?
Badfar village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badfar?
The Gram Panchayat of Badfar is Dhalli.
What is the pincode of Badfar?
The pincode of Badfar is 171001.
What is the population of Badfar?
Badfar had a total population of 75, including 40 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Badfar?
Badfar had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badfar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badfar was 84.29%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 78.79%.