Badar Kol
Badar Kol is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Baderkali is the gram panchayat of Badar Kol village.
Here you can discover what makes Badar Kol unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Badar Kol’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 Badar Kol
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badar Kol is 000218. The village spans a total geographical area of 286.5 hectares. Handwara is nearest town to Badar Kol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Badar Kol
Population of Badar Kol
According to the 2011 Census, Badar Kol has a total population of about 1,339, with approximately 669 males and 670 females. The sex ratio is around 1001 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 281 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 271. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.72%, with male literacy at about 55.31% and female literacy near 40.15%. There are around 196 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badar Kol's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,339 | 669 | 670 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 140 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 133 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 639 | 370 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 700 | 299 | 401 |
Connectivity of Badar Kol
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badar Kol. As per the 2011 stats, Badar Kol had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badar Kol
Knowing the nearby villages of Badar Kol helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badar Kol.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badar Kol
- Where is Badar Kol located?
- Badar Kol village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badar Kol?
- The Gram Panchayat of Badar Kol is Baderkali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Badar Kol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badar Kol is 1,339, with 669 males and 670 females.
- How many households are there in Badar Kol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badar Kol village has a total of 196 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badar Kol as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badar Kol is 47.72%. The male literacy rate is 55.31%, while the female literacy rate is 40.15%.