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
As per Census 2011, Badkhoa village has a total population of 148 people, consisting of 71 males and 77 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 107 literate and 41 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badkhoa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 148 | 71 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 9 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| 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 has a total population of 148, including 71 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Badkhoa?
There are 25 households in Badkhoa.
What is the literacy rate in Badkhoa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badkhoa is 72.30%. Male literacy is 83.10% and female literacy is 62.34%.