Badon Gaon - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Badon Gaon is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 8 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Watkhem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badon Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badon Gaon is 044037. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.72 hectares and falls under the 249199 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Badon Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badon Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Badon Gaon village had a total population of 86 people, including 41 males and 45 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.16%, with male literacy at 97.06% and female literacy at 80.95%.
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 | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 8 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Badon Gaon
Badon Gaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lamkot | North-East | 0.91 km |
| Watkhem | North | 1.13 km |
| Saundkoti | South | 1.20 km |
| Kemwal Gaon | East | 1.31 km |
| Semalta | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Bhauri | East | 1.87 km |
| Kandakholi | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Gajana Madhe Mungaiya Chak | North | 1.96 km |
| Pasi | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Chamani | South-East | 2.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badon Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Badon Gaon. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.7 km.
| 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 Tehri to Badon Gaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Badon Gaon is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badon Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badon Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badon Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badon Gaon 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 Badon Gaon
Where is Badon Gaon located?
Badon Gaon village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badon Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badon Gaon is Watkhem.
What is the pincode of Badon Gaon?
The pincode of Badon Gaon is 249199.
What is the population of Badon Gaon?
Badon Gaon had a total population of 86, including 41 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Badon Gaon?
Badon Gaon had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badon Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badon Gaon was 88.16%. Male literacy was 97.06% and female literacy was 80.95%.