Badhan
Badhan is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Badhan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Badhan unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Badhan’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 Badhan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badhan is 031243. The village spans a total geographical area of 79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian is nearest town to Badhan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Badhan
Population of Badhan
According to the 2011 Census, Badhan has a total population of about 544, with approximately 272 males and 272 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 55 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 190 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 70.04%, with male literacy at about 73.16% and female literacy near 66.91%. There are around 108 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badhan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 544 | 272 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 97 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 381 | 199 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 73 | 90 |
Connectivity of Badhan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badhan. As per the 2011 stats, Badhan 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 Badhan
Knowing the nearby villages of Badhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badhan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badhan
- Where is Badhan located?
- Badhan village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badhan?
- Badhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Badhan?
- The pincode of Badhan is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badhan is 544, with 272 males and 272 females.
- How many households are there in Badhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badhan village has a total of 108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badhan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badhan is 70.04%. The male literacy rate is 73.16%, while the female literacy rate is 66.91%.