Badal - Darlaghat, Solan
Badal is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Parnu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badal is 020356. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Badal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badal
According to the 2011 Census, Badal village had a total population of 74 people, including 40 males and 34 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.44%, with male literacy at 81.08% and female literacy at 62.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 30 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 10 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Badal
Badal 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 Badal
Badal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Badal is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badal 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 Badal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badal
Where is Badal located?
Badal village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badal is Parnu.
What is the pincode of Badal?
The pincode of Badal is 171102.
What is the population of Badal?
Badal had a total population of 74, including 40 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Badal?
Badal had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badal was 73.44%. Male literacy was 81.08% and female literacy was 62.96%.