Badgala - Rajgarh, Sirmaur
Badgala is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Tikker serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badgala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgala is 022594. The village covers a total geographical area of 420.05 hectares and falls under the 173101 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Badgala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgala
As per Census 2011, Badgala village has a total population of 322 people, consisting of 160 males and 162 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 255 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badgala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 322 | 160 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 32 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 64 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 125 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 35 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Badgala
Badgala 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 Badgala
Badgala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Nahan to Badgala is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badgala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgala 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badgala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgala 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badgala
Where is Badgala located?
Badgala village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badgala?
The Gram Panchayat of Badgala is Tikker.
What is the pincode of Badgala?
The pincode of Badgala is 173101.
What is the population of Badgala?
Badgala has a total population of 322, including 160 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Badgala?
There are 58 households in Badgala.
What is the literacy rate in Badgala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgala is 79.19%. Male literacy is 78.13% and female literacy is 80.25%.