Badol - Vadali, Sabar Kantha
Badol is a village situated in the Vadali taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadali and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Badol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badol is 509998. The village covers a total geographical area of 727.38 hectares and falls under the 383434 pincode. Idar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Badol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badol
According to the 2011 Census, Badol village had a total population of 1,460 people, including 724 males and 736 females, living in 303 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.45%, with male literacy at 79.83% and female literacy at 53.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 1,460 | 724 | 736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 119 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 808 | 483 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 652 | 241 | 411 |
Nearby Villages of Badol
Badol 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 Badol
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Badol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Idar to Badol is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Badol is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badol
Where is Badol located?
Badol village is located in Vadali Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badol?
Badol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badol?
The pincode of Badol is 383434.
What is the population of Badol?
Badol had a total population of 1,460, including 724 males and 736 females.
How many households are there in Badol?
Badol had 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badol was 66.45%. Male literacy was 79.83% and female literacy was 53.19%.