Badla - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Badla is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kotlu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badla is 011298. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.28 hectares and falls under the 176096 pincode. Tira Sujanpur is the nearest town.
Badla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badla
According to the 2011 Census, Badla village had a total population of 151 people, including 56 males and 95 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,696 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.97%, with male literacy at 97.83% and female literacy at 82.76%.
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 | 151 | 56 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 45 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 11 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Badla
Badla 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 Badla
Badla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Badla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Badla is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badla 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Badla
Where is Badla located?
Badla village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badla?
The Gram Panchayat of Badla is Kotlu.
What is the pincode of Badla?
The pincode of Badla is 176096.
What is the population of Badla?
Badla had a total population of 151, including 56 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Badla?
Badla had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badla was 87.97%. Male literacy was 97.83% and female literacy was 82.76%.