Badwal - Khour, Jammu
Badwal is a village situated in the Khour tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 33 km from Akhnoor and around 61 km from Jammu. Budwal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Badwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badwal is 005599. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.8 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Khour is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Badwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badwal
According to the 2011 Census, Badwal village had a total population of 1,086 people, including 565 males and 521 females, living in 288 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.37%, with male literacy at 86.90% and female literacy at 71.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 620, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,086 | 565 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 84 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 620 | 319 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 754 | 418 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 147 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Badwal
Badwal 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 Badwal
Badwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khour to Badwal is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Badwal is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badwal
Where is Badwal located?
Badwal village is located in Khour Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Badwal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Badwal is Budwal.
What is the pincode of Badwal?
The pincode of Badwal is 181203.
What is the population of Badwal?
Badwal had a total population of 1,086, including 565 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Badwal?
Badwal had 288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badwal was 79.37%. Male literacy was 86.90% and female literacy was 71.64%.