Badowal - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Badowal is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Baddowal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badowal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badowal is 031947. The village covers a total geographical area of 311 hectares and falls under the 146112 pincode. Hoshiarpur is the nearest town.
Badowal 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 Badowal
As per Census 2011, Badowal village has a total population of 554 people, consisting of 280 males and 274 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 359 literate and 195 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badowal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 554 | 280 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 65 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 189 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 91 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Badowal
Badowal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lasara | East | 0.90 km |
| Chak Natha | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Malewal | North | 1.27 km |
| Mehdud | East | 2.18 km |
| Harjiana | North | 2.31 km |
| Bathal | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Hyatpur | South | 2.90 km |
| Meghowal | West | 2.93 km |
| Gajjar | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Kukran | South | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badowal
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Badowal. The nearest railway station is Jaijon Doaba, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.4 km.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Badowal is about 33 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 Badowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badowal 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 Badowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badowal 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 Badowal
Where is Badowal located?
Badowal village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badowal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badowal is Baddowal.
What is the pincode of Badowal?
The pincode of Badowal is 146112.
What is the population of Badowal?
Badowal has a total population of 554, including 280 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Badowal?
There are 118 households in Badowal.
What is the literacy rate in Badowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badowal is 64.80%. Male literacy is 67.50% and female literacy is 62.04%.