Badhel - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Badhel is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Badhel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhel is 031765. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 146112 pincode. Hoshiarpur is the nearest town.
Badhel 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 Badhel
According to the 2011 Census, Badhel village had a total population of 260 people, including 137 males and 123 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.90%, with male literacy at 91.94% and female literacy at 79.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 252.
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 | 260 | 137 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 133 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 114 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 23 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Badhel
Badhel 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 Badhel
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Badhel. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Badhel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Badhel is about 29 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 Badhel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhel 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 Badhel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhel 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 Badhel
Where is Badhel located?
Badhel village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badhel?
Badhel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badhel?
The pincode of Badhel is 146112.
What is the population of Badhel?
Badhel had a total population of 260, including 137 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Badhel?
Badhel had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhel was 85.90%. Male literacy was 91.94% and female literacy was 79.09%.