Badowal Kalan
Badowal Kalan is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Fatewala is the gram panchayat of Badowal Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Badowal Kalan unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Badowal Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Badowal Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badowal Kalan is 028822. The village spans a total geographical area of 481 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143601. Fathegarh Churian is nearest town to Badowal Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Badowal Kalan
Population of Badowal Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Badowal Kalan has a total population of about 1,667, with approximately 885 males and 782 females. The sex ratio is around 883 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 235 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 82 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.79%, with male literacy at about 59.77% and female literacy near 51.28%. There are around 305 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badowal Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,667 | 885 | 782 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 130 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 930 | 529 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 356 | 381 |
Connectivity of Badowal Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badowal Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Badowal Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Badowal Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Badowal Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badowal Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badowal Kalan
- Where is Badowal Kalan located?
- Badowal Kalan village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badowal Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Badowal Kalan is Fatewala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Badowal Kalan?
- The pincode of Badowal Kalan is 143601, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badowal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badowal Kalan is 1,667, with 885 males and 782 females.
- How many households are there in Badowal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badowal Kalan village has a total of 305 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badowal Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badowal Kalan is 55.79%. The male literacy rate is 59.77%, while the female literacy rate is 51.28%.