Badala - Indora, Kangra
Badala is a village situated in the Indora tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bahadpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badala is 008771. The village covers a total geographical area of 390.1 hectares and falls under the 176058 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Badala 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 Badala
According to the 2011 Census, Badala village had a total population of 535 people, including 277 males and 258 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.37%, with male literacy at 80.17% and female literacy at 72.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 535 | 277 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 89 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 194 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 83 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Badala
Badala 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 Badala
Badala 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 Badala is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badala 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 Badala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badala 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badala
Where is Badala located?
Badala village is located in Indora Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badala?
The Gram Panchayat of Badala is Bahadpur.
What is the pincode of Badala?
The pincode of Badala is 176058.
What is the population of Badala?
Badala had a total population of 535, including 277 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Badala?
Badala had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badala was 76.37%. Male literacy was 80.17% and female literacy was 72.41%.