Badinehal - Kowthalam, Kurnool
Badinehal is a village situated in the Kowthalam mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kowthalam and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Kurnool. Badinehal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badinehal is 593803. The village covers a total geographical area of 3250 hectares and falls under the 518344 pincode. Adoni is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Badinehal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badinehal
As per Census 2011, Badinehal village has a total population of 4,986 people, consisting of 2,530 males and 2,456 females. The village has 958 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 759 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,085 literate and 2,901 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 96 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badinehal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,986 | 2,530 | 2,456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 759 | 380 | 379 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,268 | 656 | 612 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 53 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 2,085 | 1,376 | 709 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,901 | 1,154 | 1,747 |
Nearby Villages of Badinehal
Badinehal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hanavalu | South | 4.25 km |
| Thovi | East | 4.60 km |
| Kuntanahal | West | 5.23 km |
| Yerigiri | North-East | 5.31 km |
| Upparahal | West | 5.65 km |
| G.hosalli | South-East | 5.75 km |
| Kowthalam | North-West | 6.29 km |
| Alabanur | South-West | 7.65 km |
| Ganekal | East | 7.70 km |
| Echalahal | North | 8.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badinehal
Badinehal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kupgal, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Adoni to Badinehal is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Badinehal is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badinehal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badinehal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badinehal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badinehal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badinehal
Where is Badinehal located?
Badinehal village is located in Kowthalam Mandal, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badinehal?
Badinehal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badinehal?
The pincode of Badinehal is 518344.
What is the population of Badinehal?
Badinehal has a total population of 4,986, including 2,530 males and 2,456 females.
How many households are there in Badinehal?
There are 958 households in Badinehal.
What is the literacy rate in Badinehal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badinehal is 41.82%. Male literacy is 54.39% and female literacy is 28.87%.