Badyal - Rajpura, Samba
Badyal is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Samba and around 13 km from Samba. Sanoora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badyal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badyal is 006631. The village covers a total geographical area of 116 hectares and falls under the 181141 pincode.
Badyal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badyal
According to the 2011 Census, Badyal village had a total population of 360 people, including 179 males and 181 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.20%, with male literacy at 94.04% and female literacy at 76.47%.
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 | 360 | 179 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 142 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 37 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Badyal
Badyal 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 Badyal
Badyal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badyal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Samba to Badyal is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badyal 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badyal
Where is Badyal located?
Badyal village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badyal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badyal is Sanoora.
What is the pincode of Badyal?
The pincode of Badyal is 181141.
What is the population of Badyal?
Badyal had a total population of 360, including 179 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Badyal?
Badyal had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badyal was 85.20%. Male literacy was 94.04% and female literacy was 76.47%.