Badhana
Badhana is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Badhana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Badhana unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Badhana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Badhana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badhana is 031834. The village spans a total geographical area of 63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146102. Mahilpur is nearest town to Badhana village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Badhana
Population of Badhana
According to the 2011 Census, Badhana has a total population of about 329, with approximately 175 males and 154 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 182 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.03%, with male literacy at about 84.57% and female literacy near 72.73%. There are around 66 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badhana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 260 | 148 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 27 | 42 |
Connectivity of Badhana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badhana. As per the 2011 stats, Badhana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badhana
Knowing the nearby villages of Badhana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badhana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badhana
- Where is Badhana located?
- Badhana village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badhana?
- Badhana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Badhana?
- The pincode of Badhana is 146102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badhana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badhana is 329, with 175 males and 154 females.
- How many households are there in Badhana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badhana village has a total of 66 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badhana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badhana is 79.03%. The male literacy rate is 84.57%, while the female literacy rate is 72.73%.