Badela - Sridungargarh, Bikaner
Badela is a village situated in the Sridungargarh tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sridungargarh and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Badela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badela is 069922. The village covers a total geographical area of 5071.03 hectares and falls under the 331803 pincode. Sridungargarh is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Badela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dungargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badela
As per Census 2011, Badela village has a total population of 3,679 people, consisting of 1,906 males and 1,773 females. The village has 572 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 789 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,409 literate and 2,270 illiterate residents. Additionally, 949 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,679 | 1,906 | 1,773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 789 | 393 | 396 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 949 | 523 | 426 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,409 | 929 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,270 | 977 | 1,293 |
Nearby Villages of Badela
Badela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nosariya | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Dharmas | North | 4.05 km |
| Dhaneru | South-East | 6.57 km |
| Keu | West | 7.44 km |
| Indpalsar Gusainsar | North | 7.88 km |
| Indpalsar Hirawatan | North | 7.90 km |
| Barjangsar | South-West | 7.93 km |
| Indpalsar Bara | North-East | 8.27 km |
| Dhani Swamiyan | East | 9.28 km |
| Chak Ghantiyal | East | 9.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badela
Badela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bigga, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sridungargarh to Badela is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Badela is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badela 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badela
Where is Badela located?
Badela village is located in Sridungargarh Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badela?
Badela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badela?
The pincode of Badela is 331803.
What is the population of Badela?
Badela has a total population of 3,679, including 1,906 males and 1,773 females.
How many households are there in Badela?
There are 572 households in Badela.
What is the literacy rate in Badela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badela is 38.30%. Male literacy is 48.74% and female literacy is 27.07%.