Badhet - Kandaghat, Solan
Badhet is a village situated in the Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Nagali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhet is 022475. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 173217 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Badhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhet
As per Census 2011, Badhet village has a total population of 137 people, consisting of 66 males and 71 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 41 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badhet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 137 | 66 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 15 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Badhet
Badhet 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 Badhet
Badhet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Badhet is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhet 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badhet
Where is Badhet located?
Badhet village is located in Kandaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhet is Nagali.
What is the pincode of Badhet?
The pincode of Badhet is 173217.
What is the population of Badhet?
Badhet has a total population of 137, including 66 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Badhet?
There are 27 households in Badhet.
What is the literacy rate in Badhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhet is 70.07%. Male literacy is 77.27% and female literacy is 63.38%.