Badhal - Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar
Badhal is a village situated in the Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandpur Sahib and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Baddal Chhotta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhal is 038417. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.2 hectares and falls under the 140116 pincode. Anandpur Sahib is the nearest town.
Badhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the S.a.s.nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhal
According to the 2011 Census, Badhal village had a total population of 1,009 people, including 528 males and 481 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.43%, with male literacy at 89.68% and female literacy at 78.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 201.
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 | 1,009 | 528 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 53 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 113 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 426 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 102 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Badhal
Badhal 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 Badhal
Badhal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Badhal is about 38 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 Badhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badhal
Where is Badhal located?
Badhal village is located in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhal is Baddal Chhotta.
What is the pincode of Badhal?
The pincode of Badhal is 140116.
What is the population of Badhal?
Badhal had a total population of 1,009, including 528 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Badhal?
Badhal had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhal was 84.43%. Male literacy was 89.68% and female literacy was 78.72%.