Badangarh - Chirawa, Jhunjhunu
Badangarh is a village situated in the Chirawa tehsil of Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 13 km from Chirawa and around 25 km from Jhunjhunun. Badangarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badangarh is 071178. The village covers a total geographical area of 551 hectares and falls under the 333035 pincode. Chirawa is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Badangarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pilani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhunjhunu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badangarh
According to the 2011 Census, Badangarh village had a total population of 1,555 people, including 789 males and 766 females, living in 266 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.75%, with male literacy at 85.46% and female literacy at 66.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 254.
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 | 1,555 | 789 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 108 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 124 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,034 | 582 | 452 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 207 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Badangarh
Badangarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kutubpura | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Alampura | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Chak Alampura | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Patel Nagar | South | 2.77 km |
| Gowli | North | 3.13 km |
| Dhatarwala | West | 3.22 km |
| Dhani Daroga | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Budaniya | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Dhani Meghsagar | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Chainpura | North | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badangarh
Badangarh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chirawa, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.2 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 Chirawa to Badangarh is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhunjhunun to Badangarh is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badangarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badangarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badangarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badangarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badangarh
Where is Badangarh located?
Badangarh village is located in Chirawa Tehsil, Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badangarh?
Badangarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badangarh?
The pincode of Badangarh is 333035.
What is the population of Badangarh?
Badangarh had a total population of 1,555, including 789 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Badangarh?
Badangarh had 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badangarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badangarh was 75.75%. Male literacy was 85.46% and female literacy was 66.08%.