Badam - Barkagaon, Hazaribagh
Badam is a village situated in the Barkagaon subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkagaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Badam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badam is 368848. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 825311 pincode.
Badam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badam
According to the 2011 Census, Badam village had a total population of 7,015 people, including 3,636 males and 3,379 females, living in 1,284 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.73%, with male literacy at 82.51% and female literacy at 68.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,648, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Badam
Badam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambajit | North | 1.05 km |
| Phulang | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Harli | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Kutulua | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Gondalpura | East | 2.52 km |
| Rudi | East | 2.75 km |
| Belabeltaul | West | 2.81 km |
| Motra | North | 2.81 km |
| Sukul Khapia | North | 2.86 km |
| Damodar | North | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badam
Badam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tokisud, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Hazaribagh to Badam is about 40 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 Badam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badam
Where is Badam located?
Badam village is located in Barkagaon Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badam?
Badam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badam?
The pincode of Badam is 825311.
What is the population of Badam?
Badam had a total population of 7,015, including 3,636 males and 3,379 females.
How many households are there in Badam?
Badam had 1,284 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badam was 75.73%. Male literacy was 82.51% and female literacy was 68.40%.