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
As per Census 2011, Badla village has a total population of 3,405 people, consisting of 1,646 males and 1,759 females. The village has 714 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,668 literate and 737 illiterate residents. Additionally, 219 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badla are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 3,405, including 1,646 males and 1,759 females.
How many households are there in Badla?
There are 714 households in Badla.
What is the literacy rate in Badla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badla is 78.36%. Male literacy is 79.22% and female literacy is 77.54%.