Badar - Mahore, Reasi
Badar is a village situated in the Mahore tehsil of Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Gool-gulabgarh and around 70 km from Reasi. Badder serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badar is 005176. The village covers a total geographical area of 1202.7 hectares and falls under the 182315 pincode. Reasi is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Badar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badar
According to the 2011 Census, Badar village had a total population of 2,253 people, including 1,156 males and 1,097 females, living in 362 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.10%, with male literacy at 70.37% and female literacy at 36.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 2,253 | 1,156 | 1,097 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 255 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 943 | 634 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,310 | 522 | 788 |
Nearby Villages of Badar
Badar 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 Badar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Badar.
| 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 Reasi to Badar is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Reasi to Badar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badar 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 Badar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badar
Where is Badar located?
Badar village is located in Mahore Tehsil, Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badar?
The Gram Panchayat of Badar is Badder.
What is the pincode of Badar?
The pincode of Badar is 182315.
What is the population of Badar?
Badar had a total population of 2,253, including 1,156 males and 1,097 females.
How many households are there in Badar?
Badar had 362 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badar was 54.10%. Male literacy was 70.37% and female literacy was 36.70%.