Badkhoa - Ramshahr, Solan
Badkhoa is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Doli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badkhoa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badkhoa is 020532. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.69 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Badkhoa 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 Badkhoa
According to the 2011 Census, Badkhoa village had a total population of 148 people, including 71 males and 77 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.70%, with male literacy at 95.16% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 148 | 71 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 9 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 59 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 12 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Badkhoa
Badkhoa 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 Badkhoa
Badkhoa 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 Badkhoa is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badkhoa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badkhoa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badkhoa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badkhoa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badkhoa
Where is Badkhoa located?
Badkhoa village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badkhoa?
The Gram Panchayat of Badkhoa is Doli.
What is the pincode of Badkhoa?
The pincode of Badkhoa is 174102.
What is the population of Badkhoa?
Badkhoa had a total population of 148, including 71 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Badkhoa?
Badkhoa had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badkhoa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badkhoa was 87.70%. Male literacy was 95.16% and female literacy was 80.00%.