Badmal - Ramshahr, Solan
Badmal is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Chhiyachhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badmal is 020665. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Badmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Badmal
According to the 2011 Census, Badmal village had a total population of 122 people, including 60 males and 62 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.05%, with male literacy at 78.43% and female literacy at 51.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 122 | 60 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 40 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 20 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Badmal
Badmal 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 Badmal
Badmal 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 Badmal 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 Badmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badmal 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 Badmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badmal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badmal
Where is Badmal located?
Badmal village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badmal is Chhiyachhi.
What is the pincode of Badmal?
The pincode of Badmal is 174102.
What is the population of Badmal?
Badmal had a total population of 122, including 60 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Badmal?
Badmal had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badmal was 65.05%. Male literacy was 78.43% and female literacy was 51.92%.