Badial - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Badial is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Badial village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badial is 030921. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 144306 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Badial village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badial
As per Census 2011, Badial village has a total population of 370 people, consisting of 194 males and 176 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 228 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badial are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 370 | 194 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 120 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 132 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 62 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Badial
Badial 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 Badial
Badial is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Badial.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Badial is about 33 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 Badial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badial 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 Badial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badial 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badial
Where is Badial located?
Badial village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badial?
Badial is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badial?
The pincode of Badial is 144306.
What is the population of Badial?
Badial has a total population of 370, including 194 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Badial?
There are 74 households in Badial.
What is the literacy rate in Badial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badial is 61.62%. Male literacy is 68.04% and female literacy is 54.55%.