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
As per Census 2011, Badsoo village has a total population of 1,535 people, consisting of 808 males and 727 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 873 literate and 662 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,058 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badsoo are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,535, including 808 males and 727 females.
How many households are there in Badsoo?
There are 311 households in Badsoo.
What is the literacy rate in Badsoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badsoo is 56.87%. Male literacy is 67.20% and female literacy is 45.39%.