Badnali - Jaswan, Kangra
Badnali is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghamrur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badnali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badnali is 010605. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.41 hectares and falls under the 176502 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Badnali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badnali
According to the 2011 Census, Badnali village had a total population of 532 people, including 276 males and 256 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.77%, with male literacy at 91.87% and female literacy at 79.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 213.
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 | 532 | 276 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 113 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 226 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 50 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Badnali
Badnali 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 Badnali
Badnali 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 | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Badnali is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badnali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badnali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badnali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badnali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badnali
Where is Badnali located?
Badnali village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badnali?
The Gram Panchayat of Badnali is Ghamrur.
What is the pincode of Badnali?
The pincode of Badnali is 176502.
What is the population of Badnali?
Badnali had a total population of 532, including 276 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Badnali?
Badnali had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badnali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badnali was 85.77%. Male literacy was 91.87% and female literacy was 79.31%.