Badran - Magam, Budgam
Badran is a village situated in the Magam tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from Khag and around 35 km from Budgam. Budran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badran is 000376. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 193401 pincode. Magam is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Badran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badran
According to the 2011 Census, Badran village had a total population of 4,036 people, including 2,094 males and 1,942 females, living in 517 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.83%, with male literacy at 68.01% and female literacy at 53.15%.
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 | 4,036 | 2,094 | 1,942 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 814 | 428 | 386 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,960 | 1,133 | 827 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,076 | 961 | 1,115 |
Transport and Connectivity of Badran
Badran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Magam to Badran is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Badran is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badran
Where is Badran located?
Badran village is located in Magam Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badran?
The Gram Panchayat of Badran is Budran.
What is the pincode of Badran?
The pincode of Badran is 193401.
What is the population of Badran?
Badran had a total population of 4,036, including 2,094 males and 1,942 females.
How many households are there in Badran?
Badran had 517 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badran was 60.83%. Male literacy was 68.01% and female literacy was 53.15%.