Badhan

Badhan is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Jammui. As per 2009 stats, Manchak is the gram panchayat of Badhan village.

Badhan has its own place in the vibrant Jammu 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 Badhan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badhan is 005588. The village spans a total geographical area of 29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181202. Jourian is nearest town to Badhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.

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Population of Badhan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 528 243 285
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 90 48 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 373 170 203
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 347 172 175
Illiterate Population 181 71 110

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

  • The total population of Badhan village is around 528, including approximately 243 males and 285 females, with a sex ratio of 1172 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 90 children aged 0–6 years in Badhan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Badhan village has 373 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Badhan village is about 65.72%, with male literacy at 70.78% and female literacy at 61.40%.
  • There are around 120 households in Badhan village.

Connectivity of Badhan

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Badhan

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Badhan

Where is Badhan located?
Badhan village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhan is Manchak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Badhan?
The pincode of Badhan is 181202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Badhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badhan is 528, with 243 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Badhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Badhan village has a total of 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badhan is 65.72%. The male literacy rate is 70.78%, while the female literacy rate is 61.40%.