Badhu - Ramshahr, Solan
Badhu is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Ramshehar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhu is 020642. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.51 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Badhu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhu
According to the 2011 Census, Badhu village had a total population of 451 people, including 240 males and 211 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.80%, with male literacy at 90.61% and female literacy at 74.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 451 | 240 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 64 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 193 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 47 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Badhu
Badhu 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 Badhu
Badhu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Badhu is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhu 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 Badhu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhu 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badhu
Where is Badhu located?
Badhu village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhu?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhu is Ramshehar.
What is the pincode of Badhu?
The pincode of Badhu is 174102.
What is the population of Badhu?
Badhu had a total population of 451, including 240 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Badhu?
Badhu had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhu was 82.80%. Male literacy was 90.61% and female literacy was 74.23%.