Badal
Badal is a village located in Malout tehsil of Muktsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Malout (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Muktsar. As per 2009 stats, Badal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Badal unique in its vibrant Malout-Muktsar region. You’ll see Badal’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 Badal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badal is 035312. The village spans a total geographical area of 1495 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152113. Dabwali is nearest town to Badal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Badal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lambi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bathinda Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Badal
Population of Badal
According to the 2011 Census, Badal has a total population of about 3,473, with approximately 1,863 males and 1,610 females. The sex ratio is around 864 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 412 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,279 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 59.49%, with male literacy at about 66.08% and female literacy near 51.86%. There are around 686 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,473 | 1,863 | 1,610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 412 | 211 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,279 | 665 | 614 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,066 | 1,231 | 835 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,407 | 632 | 775 |
Connectivity of Badal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badal. As per the 2011 stats, Badal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badal
Knowing the nearby villages of Badal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badal
- Where is Badal located?
- Badal village is situated in Malout Tehsil, within the Muktsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badal?
- Badal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Badal?
- The pincode of Badal is 152113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badal is 3,473, with 1,863 males and 1,610 females.
- How many households are there in Badal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badal village has a total of 686 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badal is 59.49%. The male literacy rate is 66.08%, while the female literacy rate is 51.86%.