Badka - Kathumar, Alwar
Badka is a village situated in the Kathumar tehsil of Alwar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kathumar and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Alwar. Maithna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badka is 073721. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.34 hectares and falls under the 321605 pincode. Kherli is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Badka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kathumar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badka
As per Census 2011, Badka village has a total population of 959 people, consisting of 493 males and 466 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 519 literate and 440 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 959 | 493 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 73 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 322 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 171 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Badka
Badka 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 Tapsi | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Rundh Maithana | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Sundana | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Dudheri | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Cheetaheri Kashi | East | 2.18 km |
| Reti | West | 2.19 km |
| Pisai | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Maithna | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Lalpur | South | 2.86 km |
| Unch | South-East | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badka
Public transport in the Badka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tarcherra Brlrm, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kherli to Badka is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alwar to Badka is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badka 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badka
Where is Badka located?
Badka village is located in Kathumar Tehsil, Alwar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badka?
The Gram Panchayat of Badka is Maithna.
What is the pincode of Badka?
The pincode of Badka is 321605.
What is the population of Badka?
Badka has a total population of 959, including 493 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Badka?
There are 173 households in Badka.
What is the literacy rate in Badka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badka is 54.12%. Male literacy is 65.31% and female literacy is 42.27%.