Badripur - Paonta Sahib, Sirmaur
Badripur is a village situated in the Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Badripur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badripur is 023327. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.67 hectares and falls under the 173025 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Badripur 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 Badripur
According to the 2011 Census, Badripur village had a total population of 1,401 people, including 753 males and 648 females, living in 285 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.90%, with male literacy at 93.37% and female literacy at 83.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 271, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 134.
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 | 1,401 | 753 | 648 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 89 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 142 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 65 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 1,097 | 620 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 133 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Badripur
Badripur 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 Badripur
Badripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nahan to Badripur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badripur
Where is Badripur located?
Badripur village is located in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badripur?
Badripur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badripur?
The pincode of Badripur is 173025.
What is the population of Badripur?
Badripur had a total population of 1,401, including 753 males and 648 females.
How many households are there in Badripur?
Badripur had 285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badripur was 88.90%. Male literacy was 93.37% and female literacy was 83.68%.