Badiyal - Gangath, Kangra
Badiyal is a village situated in the Gangath tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 105 km from Dharmsala. Tappa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badiyal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badiyal is 008426. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.18 hectares and falls under the 176204 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Badiyal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badiyal
According to the 2011 Census, Badiyal village had a total population of 8 people, including 5 males and 3 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 600 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Badiyal
Badiyal 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 Badiyal
Public transport in the Badiyal is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dharmsala to Badiyal is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badiyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badiyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badiyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badiyal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badiyal
Where is Badiyal located?
Badiyal village is located in Gangath Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badiyal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badiyal is Tappa.
What is the pincode of Badiyal?
The pincode of Badiyal is 176204.
What is the population of Badiyal?
Badiyal had a total population of 8, including 5 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Badiyal?
Badiyal had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badiyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badiyal was 87.50%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.