Badhal - Jaswan, Kangra
Badhal is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhal is 010604. The village covers a total geographical area of 380.39 hectares and falls under the 176502 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Badhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Badhal village had a total population of 537 people, including 246 males and 291 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,183 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.02%, with male literacy at 95.54% and female literacy at 85.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 270.
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 | 537 | 246 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 123 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 193 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 53 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Badhal
Badhal 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
Badhal 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 is about 115 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 Badhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badhal
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 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badhal
Where is Badhal located?
Badhal village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhal is Bari.
What is the pincode of Badhal?
The pincode of Badhal is 176502.
What is the population of Badhal?
Badhal had a total population of 537, including 246 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Badhal?
Badhal had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhal was 90.02%. Male literacy was 95.54% and female literacy was 85.71%.