Badial - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Badial is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Badial village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badial is 031228. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Badial village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badial
According to the 2011 Census, Badial village had a total population of 375 people, including 192 males and 183 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.66%, with male literacy at 82.25% and female literacy at 74.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168.
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 | 375 | 192 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 88 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 139 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 53 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Badial
Badial is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badial
Badial is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badial.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Badial is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badial village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badial 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badial
Where is Badial located?
Badial village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badial?
Badial is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badial?
The pincode of Badial is 144532.
What is the population of Badial?
Badial had a total population of 375, including 192 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Badial?
Badial had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badial was 78.66%. Male literacy was 82.25% and female literacy was 74.84%.