Badwan - Karnah, Kupwara
Badwan is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Gumal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Badwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badwan is 000341. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.9 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 66 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 Karnah 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 432 people, including 226 males and 206 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.91%, with male literacy at 61.70% and female literacy at 32.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 330.
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 | 432 | 226 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 330 | 169 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 116 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 110 | 150 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kupwara to Badwan is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Badwan is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badwan
Where is Badwan located?
Badwan village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Badwan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Badwan is Gumal.
What is the pincode of Badwan?
The pincode of Badwan is 193225.
What is the population of Badwan?
Badwan had a total population of 432, including 226 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Badwan?
Badwan had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badwan was 47.91%. Male literacy was 61.70% and female literacy was 32.75%.