Badhar - Lamgada, Almora
Badhar is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from Almora and around 36 km from Almora. Badhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhar is 053236. The village covers a total geographical area of 315.1 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Badhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhar
As per Census 2011, Badhar village has a total population of 612 people, consisting of 279 males and 333 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 1,193 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 370 literate and 242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 207 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 612 | 279 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 61 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 93 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 200 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 79 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Badhar
Badhar 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 Badhar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Badhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Almora to Badhar is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badhar
Where is Badhar located?
Badhar village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhar?
Badhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badhar?
The pincode of Badhar is 263625.
What is the population of Badhar?
Badhar has a total population of 612, including 279 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Badhar?
There are 135 households in Badhar.
What is the literacy rate in Badhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhar is 60.46%. Male literacy is 71.68% and female literacy is 51.05%.