Badripur - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Badripur is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Shivpuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badripur is 055859. The village covers a total geographical area of 248.08 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Badripur 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 Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badripur
According to the 2011 Census, Badripur village had a total population of 557 people, including 286 males and 271 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.28%, with male literacy at 88.52% and female literacy at 79.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111.
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 | 557 | 286 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 216 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 70 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Badripur
Badripur 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 Badripur
Badripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badripur.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Badripur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Badripur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badripur
Where is Badripur located?
Badripur village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Badripur is Shivpuri.
What is the pincode of Badripur?
The pincode of Badripur is 262401.
What is the population of Badripur?
Badripur had a total population of 557, including 286 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Badripur?
Badripur had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badripur was 84.28%. Male literacy was 88.52% and female literacy was 79.83%.