Badaha - Kasauli, Solan
Badaha is a village situated in the Kasauli tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Garkhal Sanawar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badaha is 021571. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.1 hectares and falls under the 173201 pincode. Kasauli is the nearest town.
Badaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badaha
According to the 2011 Census, Badaha village had a total population of 185 people, including 96 males and 89 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.06%, with male literacy at 93.02% and female literacy at 86.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 185 | 96 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 80 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 16 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Badaha
Badaha 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 Badaha
Badaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badaha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Badaha 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 Badaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badaha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badaha
Where is Badaha located?
Badaha village is located in Kasauli Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Badaha is Garkhal Sanawar.
What is the pincode of Badaha?
The pincode of Badaha is 173201.
What is the population of Badaha?
Badaha had a total population of 185, including 96 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Badaha?
Badaha had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badaha was 90.06%. Male literacy was 93.02% and female literacy was 86.67%.