Badoon - Kandaghat, Solan
Badoon is a village situated in the Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Tundal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badoon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badoon is 022407. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 173215 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Badoon 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 Badoon
According to the 2011 Census, Badoon village had a total population of 236 people, including 134 males and 102 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 761 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.96%, with male literacy at 93.22% and female literacy at 81.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155.
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 | 236 | 134 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 16 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 91 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 110 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 24 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Badoon
Badoon 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 Badoon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Badoon. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Badoon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Badoon is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badoon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badoon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badoon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badoon 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 Badoon
Where is Badoon located?
Badoon village is located in Kandaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badoon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badoon is Tundal.
What is the pincode of Badoon?
The pincode of Badoon is 173215.
What is the population of Badoon?
Badoon had a total population of 236, including 134 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Badoon?
Badoon had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badoon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badoon was 87.96%. Male literacy was 93.22% and female literacy was 81.63%.