Badehla - Jawali, Kangra
Badehla is a village situated in the Jawali tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Har serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badehla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badehla is 009167. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.41 hectares and falls under the 176023 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Badehla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badehla
According to the 2011 Census, Badehla village had a total population of 258 people, including 124 males and 134 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.20%, with male literacy at 89.81% and female literacy at 80.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 258 | 124 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 97 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 27 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Badehla
Badehla 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 Badehla
Badehla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Badehla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Badehla is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badehla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badehla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badehla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badehla 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badehla
Where is Badehla located?
Badehla village is located in Jawali Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badehla?
The Gram Panchayat of Badehla is Har.
What is the pincode of Badehla?
The pincode of Badehla is 176023.
What is the population of Badehla?
Badehla had a total population of 258, including 124 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Badehla?
Badehla had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badehla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badehla was 85.20%. Male literacy was 89.81% and female literacy was 80.87%.