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
According to the 2011 Census, Badowal village had a total population of 554 people, including 280 males and 274 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.67%, with male literacy at 76.21% and female literacy at 69.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 133.
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 | 554 | 280 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 65 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 554, including 280 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Badowal?
Badowal had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badowal was 72.67%. Male literacy was 76.21% and female literacy was 69.11%.