Badhole - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Badhole is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Badhole village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhole is 005080. The village covers a total geographical area of 688.4 hectares and falls under the 182122 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Badhole village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badhole
As per Census 2011, Badhole village has a total population of 2,227 people, consisting of 1,180 males and 1,047 females. The village has 356 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 365 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,248 literate and 979 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,071 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badhole are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,227 | 1,180 | 1,047 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 202 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,071 | 556 | 515 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,248 | 739 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 979 | 441 | 538 |
Nearby Villages of Badhole
Badhole is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Surni | North | 1.18 km |
| Palarn | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Dalsar | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Kanah | East | 2.61 km |
| Ghordi Khas | North | 4.14 km |
| Thaplal | South-East | 4.89 km |
| Ser Manjla | West | 5.38 km |
| Prey | East | 5.88 km |
| Mahni | North-West | 6.81 km |
| Lahar | North-West | 7.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badhole
Badhole is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ram Nagar J K, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Badhole is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Badhole is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhole village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badhole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhole 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 Badhole
Where is Badhole located?
Badhole village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhole?
Badhole is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badhole?
The pincode of Badhole is 182122.
What is the population of Badhole?
Badhole has a total population of 2,227, including 1,180 males and 1,047 females.
How many households are there in Badhole?
There are 356 households in Badhole.
What is the literacy rate in Badhole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhole is 56.04%. Male literacy is 62.63% and female literacy is 48.62%.