Badrah
Badrah is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Bumthan is the gram panchayat of Badrah village.
Here you can discover what makes Badrah unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Badrah’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Badrah
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badrah is 000318. The village spans a total geographical area of 95.1 hectares. Kupwara is nearest town to Badrah village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Badrah
Population of Badrah
According to the 2011 Census, Badrah has a total population of about 1,161, with approximately 600 males and 561 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 188 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.02%, with male literacy at about 66.17% and female literacy near 47.24%. There are around 170 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badrah's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,161 | 600 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 109 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 662 | 397 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 203 | 296 |
Connectivity of Badrah
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badrah. As per the 2011 stats, Badrah had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badrah
Knowing the nearby villages of Badrah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badrah.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badrah
- Where is Badrah located?
- Badrah village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badrah?
- The Gram Panchayat of Badrah is Bumthan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Badrah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badrah is 1,161, with 600 males and 561 females.
- How many households are there in Badrah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badrah village has a total of 170 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badrah as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badrah is 57.02%. The male literacy rate is 66.17%, while the female literacy rate is 47.24%.