Badgal Kalan - Akhnoor, Jammu
Badgal Kalan is a village situated in the Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akhnoor and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Dhok Jagir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badgal Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgal Kalan is 005509. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.3 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Badgal Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgal Kalan
As per Census 2011, Badgal Kalan village has a total population of 917 people, consisting of 493 males and 424 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 610 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 363 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badgal Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 917 | 493 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 73 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 197 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 610 | 355 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 138 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Badgal Kalan
Badgal Kalan 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 Badgal Kalan
Badgal Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Akhnoor to Badgal Kalan is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Badgal Kalan is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badgal Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgal Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badgal Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgal Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badgal Kalan
Where is Badgal Kalan located?
Badgal Kalan village is located in Akhnoor Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badgal Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badgal Kalan is Dhok Jagir.
What is the pincode of Badgal Kalan?
The pincode of Badgal Kalan is 181201.
What is the population of Badgal Kalan?
Badgal Kalan has a total population of 917, including 493 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Badgal Kalan?
There are 193 households in Badgal Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Badgal Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgal Kalan is 66.52%. Male literacy is 72.01% and female literacy is 60.14%.