Badhan - Bhikiasain, Almora
Badhan is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from Bhikiyasain and around 117 km from Almora. Saboli Rautela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhan is 051832. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.95 hectares and falls under the 263646 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Badhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhan
As per Census 2011, Badhan village has a total population of 66 people, consisting of 35 males and 31 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 35 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 13 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Badhan
Badhan 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 Badhan
Badhan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Badhan is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Badhan is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhan 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badhan
Where is Badhan located?
Badhan village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhan is Saboli Rautela.
What is the pincode of Badhan?
The pincode of Badhan is 263646.
What is the population of Badhan?
Badhan has a total population of 66, including 35 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Badhan?
There are 13 households in Badhan.
What is the literacy rate in Badhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhan is 53.03%. Male literacy is 62.86% and female literacy is 41.94%.