Badog - Kunihar, Solan
Badog is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 72 km from Solan. Badog village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badog is 020176. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.99 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Badog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Badog
According to the 2011 Census, Badog village had a total population of 222 people, including 111 males and 111 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.74%, with male literacy at 80.41% and female literacy at 67.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 222 | 111 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 78 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 33 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Badog
Badog 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 Badog
Badog is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Badog is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badog 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badog 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Badog
Where is Badog located?
Badog village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badog?
Badog is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badog?
The pincode of Badog is 173207.
What is the population of Badog?
Badog had a total population of 222, including 111 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Badog?
Badog had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badog was 73.74%. Male literacy was 80.41% and female literacy was 67.33%.