Badugam

Badugam is a village located in Gurez tehsil of Bandipore district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Gurez (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Bandipora.

Badugam has its own place in the vibrant Bandipore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Badugam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badugam is 002718. The village spans a total geographical area of 195.9 hectares. Bandipora is nearest town to Badugam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 120km away.

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Population of Badugam

Below is a concise population overview of Badugam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,813 990 823
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 423 224 199
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,808 987 821
Literate Population 779 553 226
Illiterate Population 1,034 437 597

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Badugam village:

  • The total population of Badugam village is around 1,813, including approximately 990 males and 823 females, with a sex ratio of 831 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 423 children aged 0–6 years in Badugam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Badugam village has 1,808 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Badugam village is about 42.97%, with male literacy at 55.86% and female literacy at 27.46%.
  • There are around 250 households in Badugam village.

Connectivity of Badugam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badugam. As per the 2011 stats, Badugam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Badugam

Knowing the nearby villages of Badugam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badugam.

Parana Talel Jurniyal Manz Gund Niru Wazirithal Saradab Buglindar Gund Gul Sheikh Husan Gam Malangam Baduab

Frequently Asked Questions about Badugam

Where is Badugam located?
Badugam village is situated in Gurez Tehsil, within the Bandipore district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the population of Badugam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badugam is 1,813, with 990 males and 823 females.
How many households are there in Badugam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Badugam village has a total of 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badugam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badugam is 42.97%. The male literacy rate is 55.86%, while the female literacy rate is 27.46%.