Badhan Ki Dhani - Ratangarh, Churu
Badhan Ki Dhani is a village situated in the Ratangarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ratangarh and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Bhanuda Bidawatan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhan Ki Dhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhan Ki Dhani is 070574. The village covers a total geographical area of 2023.87 hectares and falls under the 331022 pincode. Ratangarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Badhan Ki Dhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sardarshahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhan Ki Dhani
According to the 2011 Census, Badhan Ki Dhani village had a total population of 521 people, including 266 males and 255 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.24%, with male literacy at 69.64% and female literacy at 41.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 521 | 266 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 42 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 156 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 110 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Badhan Ki Dhani
Badhan Ki Dhani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patlisar Bara | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Patlisar Purohitan | North | 2.98 km |
| Bhanuda Bidawatan | South | 3.70 km |
| Singri | East | 4.85 km |
| Patlisar Chhota | North | 5.13 km |
| Bhanuda Charnan | South-East | 6.58 km |
| Bhadasar Dikhnada | North-West | 7.56 km |
| Bhojoosar Upadhiyan | North | 7.57 km |
| Degan | North-East | 8.27 km |
| Bandhnau Dikhnada | North | 8.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badhan Ki Dhani
Public transport in the Badhan Ki Dhani is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parsneu, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratangarh to Badhan Ki Dhani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Badhan Ki Dhani is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhan Ki Dhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhan Ki Dhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badhan Ki Dhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhan Ki Dhani 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badhan Ki Dhani
Where is Badhan Ki Dhani located?
Badhan Ki Dhani village is located in Ratangarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badhan Ki Dhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhan Ki Dhani is Bhanuda Bidawatan.
What is the pincode of Badhan Ki Dhani?
The pincode of Badhan Ki Dhani is 331022.
What is the population of Badhan Ki Dhani?
Badhan Ki Dhani had a total population of 521, including 266 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Badhan Ki Dhani?
Badhan Ki Dhani had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhan Ki Dhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhan Ki Dhani was 56.24%. Male literacy was 69.64% and female literacy was 41.29%.