Badain - Boniyar, Baramulla
Badain is a village situated in the Boniyar tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from Boniyar and around 31 km from Baramulla. Baidan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badain is 002599. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.8 hectares and falls under the 193122 pincode. Baramulla is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Badain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badain
According to the 2011 Census, Badain village had a total population of 262 people, including 134 males and 128 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.57%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 74.31%.
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 | 262 | 134 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 96 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 38 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Badain
Badain 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 Badain
Public transport in the Badain is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Baramulla to Badain is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badain
Where is Badain located?
Badain village is located in Boniyar Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badain?
The Gram Panchayat of Badain is Baidan.
What is the pincode of Badain?
The pincode of Badain is 193122.
What is the population of Badain?
Badain had a total population of 262, including 134 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Badain?
Badain had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badain was 81.57%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 74.31%.