Badon
Badon is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Baddon is the gram panchayat of Badon village.
Here you can discover what makes Badon unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Badon’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 Badon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badon is 031777. The village spans a total geographical area of 300 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144406. Garhshankar is nearest town to Badon village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Badon
Population of Badon
According to the 2011 Census, Badon has a total population of about 1,622, with approximately 782 males and 840 females. The sex ratio is around 1074 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 182 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 589 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 72.26%, with male literacy at about 75.83% and female literacy near 68.93%. There are around 361 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,622 | 782 | 840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 91 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 589 | 284 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,172 | 593 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 450 | 189 | 261 |
Connectivity of Badon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badon. As per the 2011 stats, Badon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badon
Knowing the nearby villages of Badon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badon
- Where is Badon located?
- Badon village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Badon is Baddon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Badon?
- The pincode of Badon is 144406, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badon is 1,622, with 782 males and 840 females.
- How many households are there in Badon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badon village has a total of 361 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badon is 72.26%. The male literacy rate is 75.83%, while the female literacy rate is 68.93%.