Badhann - Bhikiasain, Almora
Badhann is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from Bhikiyasain and around 124 km from Almora. Bajan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhann village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhann is 051648. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.69 hectares and falls under the 263646 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Badhann 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 Badhann
As per Census 2011, Badhann village has a total population of 117 people, consisting of 51 males and 66 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,294 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 36 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badhann are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 117 | 51 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 35 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 16 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Badhann
Badhann 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 Badhann
Public transport in the Badhann is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Badhann is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Badhann is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhann
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhann village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badhann
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhann 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 Badhann
Where is Badhann located?
Badhann village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhann?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhann is Bajan.
What is the pincode of Badhann?
The pincode of Badhann is 263646.
What is the population of Badhann?
Badhann has a total population of 117, including 51 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Badhann?
There are 27 households in Badhann.
What is the literacy rate in Badhann?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhann is 69.23%. Male literacy is 68.63% and female literacy is 69.70%.