Badtal - Mandvi, Surat
Badtal is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Badtal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badtal is 524025. The village covers a total geographical area of 414.82 hectares and falls under the 394160 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Badtal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badtal
According to the 2011 Census, Badtal village had a total population of 1,754 people, including 864 males and 890 females, living in 360 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.27%, with male literacy at 78.27% and female literacy at 68.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,741.
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 | 1,754 | 864 | 890 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 91 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,741 | 854 | 887 |
| Literate Population | 1,157 | 605 | 552 |
| Illiterate Population | 597 | 259 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Badtal
Badtal 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 Badtal
Badtal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Badtal is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Badtal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badtal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badtal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badtal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badtal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Badtal
Where is Badtal located?
Badtal village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badtal?
Badtal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badtal?
The pincode of Badtal is 394160.
What is the population of Badtal?
Badtal had a total population of 1,754, including 864 males and 890 females.
How many households are there in Badtal?
Badtal had 360 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badtal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badtal was 73.27%. Male literacy was 78.27% and female literacy was 68.49%.