Badmal - Arki, Solan
Badmal is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhumti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badmal is 020149. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Badmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badmal
As per Census 2011, Badmal village has a total population of 193 people, consisting of 99 males and 94 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 53 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badmal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 193 | 99 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 78 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 21 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Badmal
Badmal 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 Badmal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Badmal.
| 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 Solan to Badmal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badmal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badmal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badmal
Where is Badmal located?
Badmal village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badmal is Bhumti.
What is the pincode of Badmal?
The pincode of Badmal is 173221.
What is the population of Badmal?
Badmal has a total population of 193, including 99 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Badmal?
There are 32 households in Badmal.
What is the literacy rate in Badmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badmal is 72.54%. Male literacy is 78.79% and female literacy is 65.96%.