Badyana - Pachhad, Sirmaur
Badyana is a village situated in the Pachhad tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Sarahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badyana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badyana is 022780. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Badyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badyana
According to the 2011 Census, Badyana village had a total population of 144 people, including 74 males and 70 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.23%, with male literacy at 95.59% and female literacy at 84.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 144 | 74 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 65 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 9 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Badyana
Badyana 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 Badyana
Public transport in the Badyana is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Nahan to Badyana is about 43 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 Badyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badyana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badyana 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badyana
Where is Badyana located?
Badyana village is located in Pachhad Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badyana?
The Gram Panchayat of Badyana is Sarahan.
What is the pincode of Badyana?
The pincode of Badyana is 173024.
What is the population of Badyana?
Badyana had a total population of 144, including 74 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Badyana?
Badyana had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badyana was 90.23%. Male literacy was 95.59% and female literacy was 84.62%.