Badhar - Pratappur, Chatra
Badhar is a village situated in the Pratappur subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badhar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Babhane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhar is 348400. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 825404 pincode. Pratappur is the nearest town.
Badhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Badhar
According to the 2011 Census, Badhar village had a total population of 287 people, including 143 males and 144 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.62%, with male literacy at 63.56% and female literacy at 45.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 185.
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 | 287 | 143 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 92 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 75 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 68 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Badhar
Badhar 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 Badhar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Badhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chatra to Badhar is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badhar
Where is Badhar located?
Badhar village is located in Pratappur Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhar is Babhane.
What is the pincode of Badhar?
The pincode of Badhar is 825404.
What is the population of Badhar?
Badhar had a total population of 287, including 143 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Badhar?
Badhar had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhar was 54.62%. Male literacy was 63.56% and female literacy was 45.83%.