Badhanoo - Darhal, Rajouri
Badhanoo is a village situated in the Darhal tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darhal and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Nadian Badanu serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Badhanoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhanoo is 001307. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.1 hectares and falls under the 185135 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Badhanoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badhanoo
According to the 2011 Census, Badhanoo village had a total population of 721 people, including 376 males and 345 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.01%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 74.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 383.
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 | 721 | 376 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 79 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 383 | 197 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 474 | 264 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 112 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Badhanoo
Badhanoo 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 Badhanoo
Badhanoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rajouri to Badhanoo is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Badhanoo is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhanoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhanoo 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 Badhanoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhanoo 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 Badhanoo
Where is Badhanoo located?
Badhanoo village is located in Darhal Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Badhanoo?
The Halqa Panchayat of Badhanoo is Nadian Badanu.
What is the pincode of Badhanoo?
The pincode of Badhanoo is 185135.
What is the population of Badhanoo?
Badhanoo had a total population of 721, including 376 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Badhanoo?
Badhanoo had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhanoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhanoo was 82.01%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 74.73%.