Bedal - Bali, Pali
Bedal is a village situated in the Bali tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bali and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Bedal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedal is 091282. The village covers a total geographical area of 1233.47 hectares and falls under the 306116 pincode. Falna is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bedal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bedal
As per Census 2011, Bedal village has a total population of 1,289 people, consisting of 635 males and 654 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 641 literate and 648 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bedal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,289 | 635 | 654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 97 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 82 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 402 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 648 | 233 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Bedal
Bedal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beeroliya | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Sela | East | 3.86 km |
| Jadri | North | 3.98 km |
| Parakhiya | West | 4.45 km |
| Perwa | South | 4.54 km |
| Khindara Gaon | North-West | 4.87 km |
| Bali | East | 6.42 km |
| Chamunderi Mertiyan | East | 6.72 km |
| Sindroo | North-West | 7.56 km |
| Boya | South-East | 8.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bedal
Public transport in the Bedal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Biroliya, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.0 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 Falna to Bedal is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Bedal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bedal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bedal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bedal
Where is Bedal located?
Bedal village is located in Bali Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bedal?
Bedal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bedal?
The pincode of Bedal is 306116.
What is the population of Bedal?
Bedal has a total population of 1,289, including 635 males and 654 females.
How many households are there in Bedal?
There are 248 households in Bedal.
What is the literacy rate in Bedal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedal is 49.73%. Male literacy is 63.31% and female literacy is 36.54%.