Bapdon - Arki, Solan
Bapdon is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghanagughat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bapdon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bapdon is 020082. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.02 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Bapdon 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 Bapdon
According to the 2011 Census, Bapdon village had a total population of 142 people, including 72 males and 70 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.05%, with male literacy at 93.85% and female literacy at 78.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 142 | 72 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 61 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 11 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Bapdon
Bapdon 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 Bapdon
Bapdon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bapdon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Bapdon is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bapdon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bapdon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bapdon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bapdon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bapdon
Where is Bapdon located?
Bapdon village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bapdon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bapdon is Ghanagughat.
What is the pincode of Bapdon?
The pincode of Bapdon is 173208.
What is the population of Bapdon?
Bapdon had a total population of 142, including 72 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Bapdon?
Bapdon had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bapdon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bapdon was 86.05%. Male literacy was 93.85% and female literacy was 78.13%.