Badhani - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Badhani is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Badhani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhani is 042635. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.4 hectares and falls under the 246141 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Badhani 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhani
According to the 2011 Census, Badhani village had a total population of 424 people, including 183 males and 241 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,317 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.20%, with male literacy at 93.24% and female literacy at 63.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 424 | 183 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 138 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 45 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Badhani
Badhani 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 Badhani
Badhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Badhani is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badhani
Where is Badhani located?
Badhani village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badhani?
Badhani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badhani?
The pincode of Badhani is 246141.
What is the population of Badhani?
Badhani had a total population of 424, including 183 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Badhani?
Badhani had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhani was 76.20%. Male literacy was 93.24% and female literacy was 63.90%.