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
As per Census 2011, Badhana village has a total population of 221 people, consisting of 102 males and 119 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,166 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 119 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badhana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 102 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 27 | 38 |
| 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 has a total population of 221, including 102 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Badhana?
There are 39 households in Badhana.
What is the literacy rate in Badhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhana is 53.85%. Male literacy is 58.82% and female literacy is 49.58%.