Badwan

Badwan is a village located in Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Karnah (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Gumal is the gram panchayat of Badwan village.

Badwan has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara 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 Badwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badwan is 000341. The village spans a total geographical area of 55.9 hectares. Kupwara is nearest town to Badwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 66km away.

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Population of Badwan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 432 226 206
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 73 38 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 330 169 161
Literate Population 172 116 56
Illiterate Population 260 110 150

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

  • The total population of Badwan village is around 432, including approximately 226 males and 206 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 73 children aged 0–6 years in Badwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Badwan village has 330 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Badwan village is about 39.81%, with male literacy at 51.33% and female literacy at 27.18%.
  • There are around 81 households in Badwan village.

Connectivity of Badwan

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

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

Nearby Villages of Badwan

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Badwan

Where is Badwan located?
Badwan village is situated in Karnah Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badwan is Gumal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Badwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badwan is 432, with 226 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Badwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Badwan village has a total of 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badwan is 39.81%. The male literacy rate is 51.33%, while the female literacy rate is 27.18%.