Badesron - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Badesron is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Badesron village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badesron is 031961. The village covers a total geographical area of 269 hectares and falls under the 144527 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Badesron village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badesron
According to the 2011 Census, Badesron village had a total population of 1,995 people, including 991 males and 1,004 females, living in 405 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.45%, with male literacy at 89.92% and female literacy at 79.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,332.
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 | 1,995 | 991 | 1,004 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 108 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,332 | 664 | 668 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,510 | 794 | 716 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 197 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Badesron
Badesron 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wahidpur | South | 1.51 km |
| Golian | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Jiwanpur Gujran | West | 1.61 km |
| Akalgarh | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Satnaur | North | 1.69 km |
| Padrana | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Salempur | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Bhajjal | East | 2.34 km |
| Rampur Khurak | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Aima Muglan | South-West | 2.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badesron
Public transport in the Badesron is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Satnaur Badesron, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Badesron is about 37 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 Badesron
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badesron village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badesron
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badesron village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badesron
Where is Badesron located?
Badesron village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badesron?
Badesron is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badesron?
The pincode of Badesron is 144527.
What is the population of Badesron?
Badesron had a total population of 1,995, including 991 males and 1,004 females.
How many households are there in Badesron?
Badesron had 405 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badesron?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badesron was 84.45%. Male literacy was 89.92% and female literacy was 79.12%.