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
As per Census 2011, Badal village has a total population of 74 people, consisting of 40 males and 34 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 47 literate and 27 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| 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 has a total population of 74, including 40 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Badal?
There are 11 households in Badal.
What is the literacy rate in Badal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badal is 63.51%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 50.00%.