Badshahpur - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Badshahpur is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Badshahpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badshahpur is 029800. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.27 hectares and falls under the 144632 pincode. Shahkot is the nearest town.
Badshahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badshahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Badshahpur village had a total population of 490 people, including 251 males and 239 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.17%, with male literacy at 78.07% and female literacy at 72.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 314.
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 | 490 | 251 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 155 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 178 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 73 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Badshahpur
Badshahpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Muridwal | East | 1.38 km |
| Meda | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Badli | North | 1.78 km |
| Aliwal | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Mulewal Arian | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Darapur | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Pandori Rajputtan | West | 2.36 km |
| Bara Jagir | North | 2.60 km |
| Turna | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Lassuri | South | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badshahpur
Badshahpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mulewal Khaihra, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.9 km.
| 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 Jalandhar to Badshahpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badshahpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badshahpur 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 Badshahpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badshahpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badshahpur
Where is Badshahpur located?
Badshahpur village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badshahpur?
Badshahpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badshahpur?
The pincode of Badshahpur is 144632.
What is the population of Badshahpur?
Badshahpur had a total population of 490, including 251 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Badshahpur?
Badshahpur had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badshahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badshahpur was 75.17%. Male literacy was 78.07% and female literacy was 72.04%.