Badokhar - Harraiya, Basti
Badokhar is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Badokhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badokhar is 179394. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.81 hectares and falls under the 272163 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Badokhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badokhar
As per Census 2011, Badokhar village has a total population of 869 people, consisting of 453 males and 416 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 493 literate and 376 illiterate residents. Additionally, 419 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badokhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 869 | 453 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 65 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 419 | 230 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 299 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 154 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Badokhar
Badokhar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badokhar
Badokhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Badokhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Badokhar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badokhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badokhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badokhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badokhar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Badokhar
Where is Badokhar located?
Badokhar village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badokhar?
Badokhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badokhar?
The pincode of Badokhar is 272163.
What is the population of Badokhar?
Badokhar has a total population of 869, including 453 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Badokhar?
There are 127 households in Badokhar.
What is the literacy rate in Badokhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badokhar is 56.73%. Male literacy is 66.00% and female literacy is 46.63%.