Badala
Badala is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Badala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Badala unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Badala’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 Badala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badala is 031267. The village spans a total geographical area of 90 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144222. Mukerian is nearest town to Badala village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Badala
Population of Badala
According to the 2011 Census, Badala has a total population of about 585, with approximately 297 males and 288 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 65 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 100 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 78.29%, with male literacy at about 80.47% and female literacy near 76.04%. There are around 119 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 585 | 297 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 458 | 239 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 58 | 69 |
Connectivity of Badala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badala. As per the 2011 stats, Badala 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badala
Knowing the nearby villages of Badala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badala
- Where is Badala located?
- Badala village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badala?
- Badala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Badala?
- The pincode of Badala is 144222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badala is 585, with 297 males and 288 females.
- How many households are there in Badala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badala village has a total of 119 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badala is 78.29%. The male literacy rate is 80.47%, while the female literacy rate is 76.04%.