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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Badmal village had a total population of 193 people, including 99 males and 94 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.83%, with male literacy at 91.76% and female literacy at 75.61%. 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 | 193 | 99 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 193, including 99 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Badmal?
Badmal had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badmal was 83.83%. Male literacy was 91.76% and female literacy was 75.61%.