Badowal Kalan - Fatehgarh Churian, Gurdaspur
Badowal Kalan is a village situated in the Fatehgarh Churian tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 35 km from Batala and around 70 km from Gurdaspur. Badowal Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badowal Kalan is 028822. The village covers a total geographical area of 481 hectares and falls under the 143602 pincode. Fathegarh Churian is the nearest town.
Badowal Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badowal Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Badowal Kalan village had a total population of 1,667 people, including 885 males and 782 females, living in 305 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.94%, with male literacy at 70.07% and female literacy at 59.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 1,667 | 885 | 782 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 130 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 930 | 529 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 356 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Badowal Kalan
Badowal Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badowal Khurd | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Dadujodh | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Gharkian | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Hakim Beg | West | 1.98 km |
| Sharafkot | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Boharwala | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Lale Nangal | East | 2.72 km |
| Fatehgarh Churian ( 336 ) | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Talwandi Bhagwan | West | 2.83 km |
| Kot Mugal | South-West | 2.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badowal Kalan
Badowal Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kathunangal, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Badowal Kalan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badowal Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badowal Kalan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badowal Kalan
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 Kalan 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Badowal Kalan
Where is Badowal Kalan located?
Badowal Kalan village is located in Fatehgarh Churian Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badowal Kalan?
Badowal Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badowal Kalan?
The pincode of Badowal Kalan is 143602.
What is the population of Badowal Kalan?
Badowal Kalan had a total population of 1,667, including 885 males and 782 females.
How many households are there in Badowal Kalan?
Badowal Kalan had 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badowal Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badowal Kalan was 64.94%. Male literacy was 70.07% and female literacy was 59.23%.