Badhal - Khawas, Rajouri
Badhal is a village situated in the Khawas tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Budhal and around 40 km from Rajouri. Badhal-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhal is 001469. The village covers a total geographical area of 1525.3 hectares and falls under the 185201 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Badhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badhal
As per Census 2011, Badhal village has a total population of 3,624 people, consisting of 1,986 males and 1,638 females. The village has 585 households and a sex ratio of 824 females per 1,000 males. There are 729 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,607 literate and 2,017 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,375 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,624 | 1,986 | 1,638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 729 | 370 | 359 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,375 | 1,214 | 1,161 |
| Literate Population | 1,607 | 1,124 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,017 | 862 | 1,155 |
Nearby Villages of Badhal
Badhal 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 Badhal
Badhal 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 Rajouri to Badhal is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Badhal 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 Badhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badhal
Where is Badhal located?
Badhal village is located in Khawas Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhal is Badhal-a.
What is the pincode of Badhal?
The pincode of Badhal is 185201.
What is the population of Badhal?
Badhal has a total population of 3,624, including 1,986 males and 1,638 females.
How many households are there in Badhal?
There are 585 households in Badhal.
What is the literacy rate in Badhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhal is 44.34%. Male literacy is 56.60% and female literacy is 29.49%.