Badhana - Paonta Sahib, Sirmaur
Badhana is a village situated in the Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Badhana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhana is 023380. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 173025 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Badhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhana
According to the 2011 Census, Badhana village had a total population of 221 people, including 102 males and 119 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.66%, with male literacy at 68.18% and female literacy at 56.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 221 | 102 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 27 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 60 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 42 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Badhana
Badhana 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 Badhana
Public transport in the Badhana is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Nahan to Badhana is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhana 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 Badhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhana 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badhana
Where is Badhana located?
Badhana village is located in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhana?
Badhana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badhana?
The pincode of Badhana is 173025.
What is the population of Badhana?
Badhana had a total population of 221, including 102 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Badhana?
Badhana had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhana was 61.66%. Male literacy was 68.18% and female literacy was 56.19%.