Badous - Bah, Agra
Badous is a village situated in the Bah tehsil of Agra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bah and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Agra. Badous village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badous is 125299. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.06 hectares and falls under the 283113 pincode. Bhadroli is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Badous village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Badous
According to the 2011 Census, Badous village had a total population of 2,113 people, including 1,121 males and 992 females, living in 335 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.64%, with male literacy at 87.07% and female literacy at 50.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,615.
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 | 2,113 | 1,121 | 992 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 224 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,615 | 871 | 744 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,195 | 781 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 918 | 340 | 578 |
Nearby Villages of Badous
Badous 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharagpura | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Mitaili | West | 1.58 km |
| Udaypur Khalsa | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Hajarpura | East | 1.90 km |
| Veri | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Jaitpur Khurd | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Raipura Bhadoriya | North | 2.56 km |
| Lakhanpur Khalsa | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Baghrena | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Kanera | East | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badous
Badous is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Shikohabad Jn, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.2 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadroli to Badous is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Agra to Badous is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badous
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badous 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badous
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badous village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badous
Where is Badous located?
Badous village is located in Bah Tehsil, Agra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badous?
Badous is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badous?
The pincode of Badous is 283113.
What is the population of Badous?
Badous had a total population of 2,113, including 1,121 males and 992 females.
How many households are there in Badous?
Badous had 335 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badous?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badous was 69.64%. Male literacy was 87.07% and female literacy was 50.55%.