Badena

Badena is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Badena village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Badena unique in its vibrant Gangolihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Badena’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Badena

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badena is 050142. The village spans a total geographical area of 204.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262522. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Badena village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 66km away.

When it comes to local governance, Badena 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora 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 Badena

According to the 2011 Census, Badena has a total population of about 547, with approximately 273 males and 274 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 15 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.43%, with male literacy at about 75.09% and female literacy near 47.81%. There are around 113 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badena's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 547 273 274
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 83 37 46
Scheduled Castes (SC) 15 8 7
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 336 205 131
Illiterate Population 211 68 143

Connectivity of Badena

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badena. As per the 2011 stats, Badena had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Badena

Knowing the nearby villages of Badena helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badena.

Frequently Asked Questions about Badena

Where is Badena located?
Badena village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badena?
Badena serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Badena?
The pincode of Badena is 262522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Badena as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badena is 547, with 273 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Badena as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Badena village has a total of 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badena as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badena is 61.43%. The male literacy rate is 75.09%, while the female literacy rate is 47.81%.