Badhal - Sarahan, Shimla
Badhal is a village situated in the Sarahan tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 158 km from Shimla. Badhal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhal is 023538. The village covers a total geographical area of 492 hectares and falls under the 172102 pincode. Rampur 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 Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhal
According to the 2011 Census, Badhal village had a total population of 748 people, including 409 males and 339 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.23%, with male literacy at 81.22% and female literacy at 61.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 223, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 252.
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 | 748 | 409 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 47 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 119 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 128 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 476 | 294 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 115 | 157 |
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 Shimla to Badhal is about 158 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sarahan Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badhal?
Badhal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badhal?
The pincode of Badhal is 172102.
What is the population of Badhal?
Badhal had a total population of 748, including 409 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Badhal?
Badhal had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhal was 72.23%. Male literacy was 81.22% and female literacy was 61.28%.