Badhol - Krishangarh, Solan
Badhol is a village situated in the Krishangarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Mandhesar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhol is 021399. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 173236 pincode. Sabathu is the nearest town.
Badhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhol
According to the 2011 Census, Badhol village had a total population of 85 people, including 48 males and 37 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 771 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.64%, with male literacy at 80.49% and female literacy at 70.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79.
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 | 85 | 48 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 44 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 15 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Badhol
Badhol 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 Badhol
Badhol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Badhol is about 40 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 Badhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhol 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhol 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Badhol
Where is Badhol located?
Badhol village is located in Krishangarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhol is Mandhesar.
What is the pincode of Badhol?
The pincode of Badhol is 173236.
What is the population of Badhol?
Badhol had a total population of 85, including 48 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Badhol?
Badhol had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhol was 75.64%. Male literacy was 80.49% and female literacy was 70.27%.