Badarkha - Baraut, Baghpat
Badarkha is a village situated in the Baraut tehsil of Baghpat district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraut and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Baghpat. Badarkha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badarkha is 119257. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.82 hectares and falls under the 250617 pincode. Chhaprauli is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Badarkha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhaprauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baghpat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badarkha
According to the 2011 Census, Badarkha village had a total population of 4,631 people, including 2,464 males and 2,167 females, living in 711 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 84.45% and female literacy at 59.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 604.
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 | 4,631 | 2,464 | 2,167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 648 | 348 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 604 | 321 | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,897 | 1,787 | 1,110 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,734 | 677 | 1,057 |
Nearby Villages of Badarkha
Badarkha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kakor Kalan | South | 1.91 km |
| Chhaprauli Dehat(now In Nagar) | North | 2.32 km |
| Bachhor | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Khwajgipur Urf Chandanheri | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Halalpur | East | 3.29 km |
| Tilwara Patti | North-East | 4.01 km |
| Shabga | South | 4.58 km |
| Rakshera | West | 4.65 km |
| Tilwara Sakin | North-East | 4.65 km |
| Budhanpur | West | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badarkha
Badarkha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Qasimpur Kheri, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chhaprauli to Badarkha is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baghpat to Badarkha is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badarkha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badarkha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badarkha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badarkha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Badarkha
Where is Badarkha located?
Badarkha village is located in Baraut Tehsil, Baghpat district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badarkha?
Badarkha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badarkha?
The pincode of Badarkha is 250617.
What is the population of Badarkha?
Badarkha had a total population of 4,631, including 2,464 males and 2,167 females.
How many households are there in Badarkha?
Badarkha had 711 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badarkha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badarkha was 72.73%. Male literacy was 84.45% and female literacy was 59.45%.