Badla - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Badla is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Badla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badla is 031029. The village covers a total geographical area of 1353 hectares and falls under the 144207 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Badla 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 Badla
According to the 2011 Census, Badla village had a total population of 3,405 people, including 1,646 males and 1,759 females, living in 714 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.37%, with male literacy at 91.57% and female literacy at 85.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219.
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 | 3,405 | 1,646 | 1,759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 222 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 101 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,668 | 1,304 | 1,364 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 342 | 395 |
Nearby Villages of Badla
Badla 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 Badla
Badla 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 Badla.
| 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 Badla is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badla
Where is Badla located?
Badla village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badla?
Badla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badla?
The pincode of Badla is 144207.
What is the population of Badla?
Badla had a total population of 3,405, including 1,646 males and 1,759 females.
How many households are there in Badla?
Badla had 714 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badla was 88.37%. Male literacy was 91.57% and female literacy was 85.52%.