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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Badarkha village has a total population of 4,631 people, consisting of 2,464 males and 2,167 females. The village has 711 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 648 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,897 literate and 1,734 illiterate residents. Additionally, 604 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badarkha are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 4,631, including 2,464 males and 2,167 females.
How many households are there in Badarkha?
There are 711 households in Badarkha.
What is the literacy rate in Badarkha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badarkha is 62.56%. Male literacy is 72.52% and female literacy is 51.22%.