Badiun - Bironkhal, Pauri Garhwal
Badiun is a village situated in the Bironkhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 47 km from Dhoomakot and around 137 km from Pauri. Taile Pakhole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badiun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badiun is 046880. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.63 hectares and falls under the 246277 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 127 km away.
Badiun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badiun
According to the 2011 Census, Badiun village had a total population of 59 people, including 39 males and 20 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 513 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 57.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 59 | 39 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 34 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 5 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Badiun
Badiun 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 Badiun
Badiun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kotdwara to Badiun is about 127 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Badiun is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badiun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badiun 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badiun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badiun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badiun
Where is Badiun located?
Badiun village is located in Bironkhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badiun?
The Gram Panchayat of Badiun is Taile Pakhole.
What is the pincode of Badiun?
The pincode of Badiun is 246277.
What is the population of Badiun?
Badiun had a total population of 59, including 39 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Badiun?
Badiun had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badiun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badiun was 81.82%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 57.89%.