Badsoo - Dansal, Jammu
Badsoo is a village situated in the Dansal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 40 km from Jammu and around 40 km from Jammu. Badsoo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badsoo is 005687. The village covers a total geographical area of 769.3 hectares and falls under the 181224 pincode. Jkammu is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Badsoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badsoo
According to the 2011 Census, Badsoo village had a total population of 1,535 people, including 808 males and 727 females, living in 311 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.42%, with male literacy at 82.40% and female literacy at 53.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,058.
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 | 1,535 | 808 | 727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 149 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 79 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,058 | 561 | 497 |
| Literate Population | 873 | 543 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 265 | 397 |
Nearby Villages of Badsoo
Badsoo 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 Badsoo
Badsoo 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 Jkammu to Badsoo is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Badsoo is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badsoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badsoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badsoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badsoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badsoo
Where is Badsoo located?
Badsoo village is located in Dansal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badsoo?
Badsoo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badsoo?
The pincode of Badsoo is 181224.
What is the population of Badsoo?
Badsoo had a total population of 1,535, including 808 males and 727 females.
How many households are there in Badsoo?
Badsoo had 311 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badsoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badsoo was 68.42%. Male literacy was 82.40% and female literacy was 53.48%.