Badhate - Tapa, Barnala
Badhate is a village situated in the Tapa tehsil of Barnala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tapa and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Barnala. Vidhate serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhate village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhate is 040069. The village covers a total geographical area of 433 hectares and falls under the 148103 pincode. Bhadaur is the nearest town.
Badhate village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehal kalan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhate
According to the 2011 Census, Badhate village had a total population of 1,771 people, including 959 males and 812 females, living in 294 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.29%, with male literacy at 66.24% and female literacy at 59.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 491.
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 | 1,771 | 959 | 812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 91 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 491 | 262 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,019 | 575 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 752 | 384 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Badhate
Badhate 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chungh | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Deepgarh | North | 2.26 km |
| Patti Deep Singh Bhadaur | West | 3.29 km |
| Majhu Ke | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Talle Wal | North-East | 4.60 km |
| Sehna | South | 5.23 km |
| Bhotna | East | 5.45 km |
| Patti Bir Singh Bhadaur | South-West | 6.27 km |
| Pakhoke | South-East | 6.94 km |
| Bihla | North-East | 7.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badhate
Badhate is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghunas, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Barnala to Badhate is about 26 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 Badhate
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhate 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 Badhate
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhate 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 Badhate
Where is Badhate located?
Badhate village is located in Tapa Tehsil, Barnala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhate?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhate is Vidhate.
What is the pincode of Badhate?
The pincode of Badhate is 148103.
What is the population of Badhate?
Badhate had a total population of 1,771, including 959 males and 812 females.
How many households are there in Badhate?
Badhate had 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhate?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhate was 63.29%. Male literacy was 66.24% and female literacy was 59.84%.