Badha - Fazilka
Badha is a village situated in the Fazilka tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 2 km from Fazilka and around 85 km from Firozpur. Badha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badha is 035088. The village covers a total geographical area of 250 hectares and falls under the 152123 pincode. Fazilka is the nearest town.
Badha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fazilka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badha
As per Census 2011, Badha village has a total population of 1,454 people, consisting of 746 males and 708 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 754 literate and 700 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,039 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,454 | 746 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 125 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,039 | 529 | 510 |
| Literate Population | 754 | 424 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 700 | 322 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Badha
Badha 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 Badha
Badha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Badha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Badha is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Badha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Badha
Where is Badha located?
Badha village is located in Fazilka Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badha?
Badha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badha?
The pincode of Badha is 152123.
What is the population of Badha?
Badha has a total population of 1,454, including 746 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Badha?
There are 261 households in Badha.
What is the literacy rate in Badha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badha is 51.86%. Male literacy is 56.84% and female literacy is 46.61%.