Badol
Badol is a village located in Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 32km away from district headquarter Jhanduta. Jhanduta is the sub-district headquarter of Badol village. As per 2009 stats, Badol village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Badol unique in its vibrant Jhanduta-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Badol’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Badol
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badol is 019477. The village spans a total geographical area of 57.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174017. Naina Devi is nearest town to Badol village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Badol village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Badol
Population of Badol
According to the 2011 Census, Badol has a total population of about 248, with approximately 131 males and 117 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 19 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.23%, with male literacy at about 83.21% and female literacy near 72.65%. There are around 56 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badol's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 194 | 109 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 22 | 32 |
Connectivity of Badol
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badol. As per the 2011 stats, Badol had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badol
Knowing the nearby villages of Badol helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badol.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badol
- Where is Badol located?
- Badol village is situated in Jhanduta Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badol?
- Badol serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Badol?
- The pincode of Badol is 174017, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badol is 248, with 131 males and 117 females.
- How many households are there in Badol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badol village has a total of 56 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badol as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badol is 78.23%. The male literacy rate is 83.21%, while the female literacy rate is 72.65%.