Badhel
Badhel is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Badhel village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Badhel unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Badhel’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Badhel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badhel is 031765. The village spans a total geographical area of 69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 166013. Hoshiarpur is nearest town to Badhel village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Badhel
Population of Badhel
According to the 2011 Census, Badhel has a total population of about 260, with approximately 137 males and 123 females. The sex ratio is around 897 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 26 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 252 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.31%, with male literacy at about 83.21% and female literacy near 70.73%. There are around 55 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badhel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 201 | 114 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 23 | 36 |
Connectivity of Badhel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badhel. As per the 2011 stats, Badhel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badhel
Knowing the nearby villages of Badhel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badhel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badhel
- Where is Badhel located?
- Badhel village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badhel?
- Badhel serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Badhel?
- The pincode of Badhel is 166013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badhel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badhel is 260, with 137 males and 123 females.
- How many households are there in Badhel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badhel village has a total of 55 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badhel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badhel is 77.31%. The male literacy rate is 83.21%, while the female literacy rate is 70.73%.