Badala - Adampur, Jalandhar
Badala is a village situated in the Adampur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 27 km from Jalandhar - Ii and around 27 km from Jalandhar. Badala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badala is 030578. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 144102 pincode. Bhogpur is the nearest town.
Badala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalandhar West Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badala
According to the 2011 Census, Badala village had a total population of 413 people, including 200 males and 213 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.51%, with male literacy at 88.65% and female literacy at 78.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158.
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 | 413 | 200 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 79 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 164 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 36 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Badala
Badala 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 Badala
Badala 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 Badala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Jalandhar to Badala is about 27 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 Badala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badala
Where is Badala located?
Badala village is located in Adampur Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badala?
Badala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badala?
The pincode of Badala is 144102.
What is the population of Badala?
Badala had a total population of 413, including 200 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Badala?
Badala had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badala was 83.51%. Male literacy was 88.65% and female literacy was 78.68%.