Badena - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Badena is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Badena village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badena is 050142. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.97 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Badena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badena
As per Census 2011, Badena village has a total population of 547 people, consisting of 273 males and 274 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 336 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badena are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 547 | 273 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 37 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 205 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 68 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Badena
Badena 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 Badena
Public transport in the Badena 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 Pithoragarh to Badena is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badena 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 Badena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badena 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 Badena
Where is Badena located?
Badena village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badena?
Badena is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badena?
The pincode of Badena is 262522.
What is the population of Badena?
Badena has a total population of 547, including 273 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Badena?
There are 113 households in Badena.
What is the literacy rate in Badena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badena is 61.43%. Male literacy is 75.09% and female literacy is 47.81%.