Badan - Khour, Jammu
Badan is a village situated in the Khour tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Akhnoor and around 48 km from Jammui. Manchak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badan is 005588. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Jourian is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Badan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badan
According to the 2011 Census, Badan village had a total population of 528 people, including 243 males and 285 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,173 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.22%, with male literacy at 88.21% and female literacy at 72.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 373.
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 | 528 | 243 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 373 | 170 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 172 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 71 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Badan
Badan 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 Badan
Badan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jourian to Badan is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammui to Badan is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badan 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badan
Where is Badan located?
Badan village is located in Khour Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badan is Manchak.
What is the pincode of Badan?
The pincode of Badan is 181203.
What is the population of Badan?
Badan had a total population of 528, including 243 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Badan?
Badan had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badan was 79.22%. Male literacy was 88.21% and female literacy was 72.02%.