Badhana - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Badhana is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Badhana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhana is 031834. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 146112 pincode. Mahilpur is the nearest town.
Badhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhana
According to the 2011 Census, Badhana village had a total population of 329 people, including 175 males and 154 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.74%, with male literacy at 94.27% and female literacy at 82.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 182.
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 | 329 | 175 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 92 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 148 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 27 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Badhana
Badhana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tajewal | East | 0.77 km |
| Sarangwal | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Bassi Shah Mohamad | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Parsowal | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Bassi Jamal Khan | North | 2.62 km |
| Jandoli | South | 2.83 km |
| Bassi Alladin | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Bassi Ali Khan | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Bhulewal Rathan | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Dhirowal | North | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badhana
Public transport in the Badhana is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaijon Doaba, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Badhana is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhana 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badhana
Where is Badhana located?
Badhana village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badhana?
Badhana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badhana?
The pincode of Badhana is 146112.
What is the population of Badhana?
Badhana had a total population of 329, including 175 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Badhana?
Badhana had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhana was 88.74%. Male literacy was 94.27% and female literacy was 82.35%.