Badhal Nichli - Dehra Gopipur, Kangra
Badhal Nichli is a village situated in the Dehra Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from Dharmsala. Baddal Thor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhal Nichli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhal Nichli is 010229. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.55 hectares and falls under the 177105 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Badhal Nichli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dehra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhal Nichli
According to the 2011 Census, Badhal Nichli village had a total population of 686 people, including 313 males and 373 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 1,192 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.91%, with male literacy at 92.37% and female literacy at 80.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113.
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 | 686 | 313 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 51 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 242 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 71 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Badhal Nichli
Badhal Nichli 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 Badhal Nichli
Badhal Nichli 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 Dharmsala to Badhal Nichli is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhal Nichli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhal Nichli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badhal Nichli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhal Nichli 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 Badhal Nichli
Where is Badhal Nichli located?
Badhal Nichli village is located in Dehra Gopipur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhal Nichli?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhal Nichli is Baddal Thor.
What is the pincode of Badhal Nichli?
The pincode of Badhal Nichli is 177105.
What is the population of Badhal Nichli?
Badhal Nichli had a total population of 686, including 313 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Badhal Nichli?
Badhal Nichli had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhal Nichli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhal Nichli was 85.91%. Male literacy was 92.37% and female literacy was 80.84%.