Badowal - Batala, Gurdaspur
Badowal is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Badowal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badowal is 028645. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Badowal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badowal
According to the 2011 Census, Badowal village had a total population of 1,075 people, including 548 males and 527 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.15%, with male literacy at 79.29% and female literacy at 68.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 380.
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 | 1,075 | 548 | 527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 198 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 700 | 379 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 169 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Badowal
Badowal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sadha Rang | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Bujianwali | West | 1.28 km |
| Saidoke | South | 1.32 km |
| Pero Shah | East | 1.86 km |
| Chaudhriwal | North | 1.89 km |
| Kotla Subha Singh | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Chone | East | 2.42 km |
| Machhike | West | 2.47 km |
| Sagarpur | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Khabba Rajputan | South | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badowal
Badowal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Batala Junction, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gurdaspur to Badowal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badowal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badowal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badowal
Where is Badowal located?
Badowal village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badowal?
Badowal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badowal?
The pincode of Badowal is 143506.
What is the population of Badowal?
Badowal had a total population of 1,075, including 548 males and 527 females.
How many households are there in Badowal?
Badowal had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badowal was 74.15%. Male literacy was 79.29% and female literacy was 68.88%.