Badnota - Lohai Malhar, Kathua
Badnota is a village situated in the Lohai Malhar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 45 km from Billawar and around 115 km from Kathua. Badnota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badnota is 001657. The village covers a total geographical area of 2637 hectares and falls under the 184204 pincode.
Badnota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badnota
According to the 2011 Census, Badnota village had a total population of 3,113 people, including 1,636 males and 1,477 females, living in 535 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.51%, with male literacy at 62.93% and female literacy at 32.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 592, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,090.
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 | 3,113 | 1,636 | 1,477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 604 | 325 | 279 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 592 | 321 | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,090 | 558 | 532 |
| Literate Population | 1,217 | 825 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,896 | 811 | 1,085 |
Nearby Villages of Badnota
Badnota 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 Badnota
Badnota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kathua to Badnota is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badnota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badnota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badnota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badnota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badnota
Where is Badnota located?
Badnota village is located in Lohai Malhar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badnota?
Badnota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badnota?
The pincode of Badnota is 184204.
What is the population of Badnota?
Badnota had a total population of 3,113, including 1,636 males and 1,477 females.
How many households are there in Badnota?
Badnota had 535 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badnota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badnota was 48.51%. Male literacy was 62.93% and female literacy was 32.72%.