Badeli - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Badeli is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Badeli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badeli is 516470. The village covers a total geographical area of 900.06 hectares and falls under the 364250 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Badeli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badeli
As per Census 2011, Badeli village has a total population of 874 people, consisting of 466 males and 408 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 646 literate and 228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badeli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 874 | 466 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 64 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 646 | 350 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 116 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Badeli
Badeli 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 Badeli
Public transport in the Badeli is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badeli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Palitana to Badeli is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Badeli is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badeli 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 Badeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badeli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badeli
Where is Badeli located?
Badeli village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badeli?
Badeli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badeli?
The pincode of Badeli is 364250.
What is the population of Badeli?
Badeli has a total population of 874, including 466 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Badeli?
There are 148 households in Badeli.
What is the literacy rate in Badeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badeli is 73.91%. Male literacy is 75.11% and female literacy is 72.55%.