Badhai - Sri Muktsar Sahib
Badhai is a village situated in the Sri Muktsar Sahib tehsil of Sri Muktsar Sahib district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from Muktsar and around 6 km from Muktsar. Badhai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhai is 035390. The village covers a total geographical area of 880 hectares and falls under the 152026 pincode. Muktsar is the nearest town.
Badhai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Muktsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhai
As per Census 2011, Badhai village has a total population of 2,511 people, consisting of 1,297 males and 1,214 females. The village has 487 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,354 literate and 1,157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,473 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badhai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,511 | 1,297 | 1,214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 178 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,473 | 748 | 725 |
| Literate Population | 1,354 | 781 | 573 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,157 | 516 | 641 |
Nearby Villages of Badhai
Badhai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Badhai | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Saddarwala | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Chak Attari Saddarwala | North | 3.54 km |
| Ballamgarh | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Fattanwala | North-West | 4.76 km |
| Ramgarh | West | 5.31 km |
| Attari | North | 5.49 km |
| Lambi Dhab | North-East | 6.01 km |
| Kotli Dewan | East | 6.48 km |
| Chak Lambi Dhab | North-East | 6.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badhai
Badhai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badhai Balamgarh Halt, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Muktsar to Badhai is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badhai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badhai
Where is Badhai located?
Badhai village is located in Sri Muktsar Sahib Tehsil, Sri Muktsar Sahib district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhai?
Badhai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badhai?
The pincode of Badhai is 152026.
What is the population of Badhai?
Badhai has a total population of 2,511, including 1,297 males and 1,214 females.
How many households are there in Badhai?
There are 487 households in Badhai.
What is the literacy rate in Badhai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhai is 53.92%. Male literacy is 60.22% and female literacy is 47.20%.