Badowal
Badowal is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Baddowal is the gram panchayat of Badowal village.
Here you can discover what makes Badowal unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Badowal’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 Badowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badowal is 031947. The village spans a total geographical area of 311 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144530. Hoshiarpur is nearest town to Badowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Badowal
Population of Badowal
According to the 2011 Census, Badowal has a total population of about 554, with approximately 280 males and 274 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 133 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 64.80%, with male literacy at about 67.50% and female literacy near 62.04%. There are around 118 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 359 | 189 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 91 | 104 |
Connectivity of Badowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badowal. As per the 2011 stats, Badowal 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 Badowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Badowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badowal
- Where is Badowal located?
- Badowal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badowal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Badowal is Baddowal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Badowal?
- The pincode of Badowal is 144530, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badowal is 554, with 280 males and 274 females.
- How many households are there in Badowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badowal village has a total of 118 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badowal is 64.80%. The male literacy rate is 67.50%, while the female literacy rate is 62.04%.