Badol - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Badol is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Badol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badol is 019477. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.04 hectares and falls under the 174034 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town.
Badol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badol
According to the 2011 Census, Badol village had a total population of 248 people, including 131 males and 117 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.72%, with male literacy at 92.37% and female literacy at 76.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 248 | 131 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 109 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 22 | 32 |
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
Badol 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Badol is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badol
Where is Badol located?
Badol village is located in Jhanduta Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, 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 174034.
What is the population of Badol?
Badol had a total population of 248, including 131 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Badol?
Badol had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badol was 84.72%. Male literacy was 92.37% and female literacy was 76.58%.