Badalpar - Rapar, Kachchh
Badalpar is a village situated in the Rapar taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rapar and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Badalpar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badalpar is 506605. The village covers a total geographical area of 639.19 hectares and falls under the 370145 pincode. Rapar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Badalpar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badalpar
According to the 2011 Census, Badalpar village had a total population of 1,328 people, including 650 males and 678 females, living in 277 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.34%, with male literacy at 58.73% and female literacy at 36.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 1,328 | 650 | 678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 129 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 306 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 812 | 344 | 468 |
Nearby Villages of Badalpar
Badalpar 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 Badalpar
Badalpar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Badalpar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rapar to Badalpar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Badalpar is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badalpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badalpar 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 Badalpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badalpar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badalpar
Where is Badalpar located?
Badalpar village is located in Rapar Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badalpar?
Badalpar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badalpar?
The pincode of Badalpar is 370145.
What is the population of Badalpar?
Badalpar had a total population of 1,328, including 650 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Badalpar?
Badalpar had 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badalpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badalpar was 47.34%. Male literacy was 58.73% and female literacy was 36.91%.