Badhal - Krishangarh, Solan
Badhal is a village situated in the Krishangarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Goela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhal is 021281. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.3 hectares and falls under the 173236 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Badhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhal
According to the 2011 Census, Badhal village had a total population of 281 people, including 134 males and 147 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.08%, with male literacy at 92.24% and female literacy at 76.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56.
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 | 281 | 134 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 107 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 27 | 48 |
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 Solan to Badhal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badhal
Where is Badhal located?
Badhal village is located in Krishangarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhal is Goela.
What is the pincode of Badhal?
The pincode of Badhal is 173236.
What is the population of Badhal?
Badhal had a total population of 281, including 134 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Badhal?
Badhal had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhal was 84.08%. Male literacy was 92.24% and female literacy was 76.74%.