Badwan - Gurez, Bandipora
Badwan is a village situated in the Gurez tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Gurez and around 86 km from Bandipora. Badwan village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badwan is 002705. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.7 hectares and falls under the 193503 pincode. Bandipora is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Badwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gurez Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badwan
According to the 2011 Census, Badwan village had a total population of 3,327 people, including 1,863 males and 1,464 females, living in 479 households. The sex ratio was 786 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.00%, with male literacy at 89.77% and female literacy at 71.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,027.
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 | 3,327 | 1,863 | 1,464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 477 | 241 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,027 | 1,564 | 1,463 |
| Literate Population | 2,337 | 1,456 | 881 |
| Illiterate Population | 990 | 407 | 583 |
Nearby Villages of Badwan
Badwan 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 Badwan
Badwan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bandipora to Badwan is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipora to Badwan is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badwan
Where is Badwan located?
Badwan village is located in Gurez Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Badwan?
Badwan is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badwan?
The pincode of Badwan is 193503.
What is the population of Badwan?
Badwan had a total population of 3,327, including 1,863 males and 1,464 females.
How many households are there in Badwan?
Badwan had 479 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badwan was 82.00%. Male literacy was 89.77% and female literacy was 71.74%.