Badua - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Badua is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Shimla. Chalhog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badua is 024314. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.65 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Badua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badua
According to the 2011 Census, Badua village had a total population of 161 people, including 81 males and 80 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.62%, with male literacy at 98.59% and female literacy at 88.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 133.
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 | 161 | 81 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 66 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 70 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 11 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Badua
Badua 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 Badua
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Badua.
| 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 Shimla to Badua is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badua 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badua 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Badua
Where is Badua located?
Badua village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badua?
The Gram Panchayat of Badua is Chalhog.
What is the pincode of Badua?
The pincode of Badua is 171001.
What is the population of Badua?
Badua had a total population of 161, including 81 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Badua?
Badua had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badua was 93.62%. Male literacy was 98.59% and female literacy was 88.57%.