Mahal Badowal - Nawanshahr, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Mahal Badowal is a village situated in the Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. Bakhlaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahal Badowal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahal Badowal is 032215. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 144422 pincode. Nawansahar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Mahal Badowal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Mahal Badowal
Mahal Badowal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahal Khairabad | East | 1.01 km |
| Moron | West | 1.47 km |
| Bakhlaur | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Chak Dana | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Ratenda | North | 2.74 km |
| Khurd | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Sheikhupur | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Diyalpur | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Chhokran | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Urapur | South-East | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahal Badowal
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mahal Badowal. The nearest railway station is Malupota, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Nawansahar to Mahal Badowal is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahal Badowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahal Badowal 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 Mahal Badowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahal Badowal 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mahal Badowal
Where is Mahal Badowal located?
Mahal Badowal village is located in Nawanshahr Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahal Badowal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahal Badowal is Bakhlaur.
What is the pincode of Mahal Badowal?
The pincode of Mahal Badowal is 144422.