Bad Gaon
Bad Gaon is a village located in Lansdowne tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 58km away from sub-district headquarter Lansdowne (tehsildar office) and 163km away from district headquarter Pauri. As per 2009 stats, Barhgaon is the gram panchayat of Bad Gaon village.
Bad Gaon has its own place in the vibrant Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Bad Gaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bad Gaon is 047499. The village spans a total geographical area of 206.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246155. Lansdowne is nearest town to Bad Gaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bad Gaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Bad Gaon
Below is a concise population overview of Bad Gaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179 | 81 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 129 | 64 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 17 | 33 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bad Gaon village:
- The total population of Bad Gaon village is around 179, including approximately 81 males and 98 females, with a sex ratio of 1209 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 25 children aged 0–6 years in Bad Gaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bad Gaon village has 20 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Bad Gaon village is about 72.07%, with male literacy at 79.01% and female literacy at 66.33%.
- There are around 43 households in Bad Gaon village.
Connectivity of Bad Gaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bad Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Bad Gaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bad Gaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Bad Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bad Gaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bad Gaon
- Where is Bad Gaon located?
- Bad Gaon village is situated in Lansdowne Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bad Gaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bad Gaon is Barhgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bad Gaon?
- The pincode of Bad Gaon is 246155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bad Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bad Gaon is 179, with 81 males and 98 females.
- How many households are there in Bad Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bad Gaon village has a total of 43 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bad Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bad Gaon is 72.07%. The male literacy rate is 79.01%, while the female literacy rate is 66.33%.