Bahada - Noamundi, West Singhbhum
Bahada is a village situated in the Noamundi subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Noamundi and around 63 km from Chaibasa. Dudhbila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahada is 377881. The village covers a total geographical area of 418.41 hectares and falls under the 833217 pincode.
Bahada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahada
According to the 2011 Census, Bahada village had a total population of 1,157 people, including 591 males and 566 females, living in 233 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.76%, with male literacy at 65.30% and female literacy at 29.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 789.
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 | 1,157 | 591 | 566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 104 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 789 | 403 | 386 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 318 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 699 | 273 | 426 |
Nearby Villages of Bahada
Bahada 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 Bahada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bahada.
| 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 Chaibasa to Bahada is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahada 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 Bahada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bahada
Where is Bahada located?
Bahada village is located in Noamundi Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahada?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahada is Dudhbila.
What is the pincode of Bahada?
The pincode of Bahada is 833217.
What is the population of Bahada?
Bahada had a total population of 1,157, including 591 males and 566 females.
How many households are there in Bahada?
Bahada had 233 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahada was 47.76%. Male literacy was 65.30% and female literacy was 29.66%.