Badwal
Badwal is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Bandwal is the gram panchayat of Badwal village.
Here you can discover what makes Badwal unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Badwal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Badwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badwal is 005599. The village spans a total geographical area of 100.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181204. Khour is nearest town to Badwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Badwal
Population of Badwal
According to the 2011 Census, Badwal has a total population of about 1,086, with approximately 565 males and 521 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 136 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 620 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.43%, with male literacy at about 73.98% and female literacy near 64.49%. There are around 288 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,086 | 565 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 84 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 620 | 319 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 754 | 418 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 147 | 185 |
Connectivity of Badwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badwal. As per the 2011 stats, Badwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Badwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badwal
- Where is Badwal located?
- Badwal village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badwal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Badwal is Bandwal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Badwal?
- The pincode of Badwal is 181204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badwal is 1,086, with 565 males and 521 females.
- How many households are there in Badwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badwal village has a total of 288 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badwal is 69.43%. The male literacy rate is 73.98%, while the female literacy rate is 64.49%.