Badam
Badam is a village located in Barkagaon subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Barkagaon (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Badam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Badam unique in its vibrant Barkagaon-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Badam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Badam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badam is 368848. The village spans a total geographical area of 234 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825311. Barkagaon is nearest town to Badam village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Badam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barkagaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Badam
Population of Badam
According to the 2011 Census, Badam has a total population of about 7,015, with approximately 3,636 males and 3,379 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,066 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,648 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.22%, with male literacy at about 70.08% and female literacy near 57.92%. There are around 1,284 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,015 | 3,636 | 3,379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,066 | 548 | 518 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,648 | 848 | 800 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,505 | 2,548 | 1,957 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,510 | 1,088 | 1,422 |
Connectivity of Badam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badam. As per the 2011 stats, Badam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badam
Knowing the nearby villages of Badam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badam
- Where is Badam located?
- Badam village is situated in Barkagaon Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badam?
- Badam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Badam?
- The pincode of Badam is 825311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badam is 7,015, with 3,636 males and 3,379 females.
- How many households are there in Badam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badam village has a total of 1,284 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badam is 64.22%. The male literacy rate is 70.08%, while the female literacy rate is 57.92%.