Badolia - Harraiya, Basti
Badolia is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Chapilan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badolia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badolia is 179855. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.52 hectares and falls under the 272161 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Badolia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badolia
As per Census 2011, Badolia village has a total population of 367 people, consisting of 174 males and 193 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,109 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 231 literate and 136 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badolia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 367 | 174 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 10 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 116 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 58 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Badolia
Badolia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwan Gaon | East | 0.76 km |
| Bhadoi | South | 0.86 km |
| Hiyarupur | West | 0.94 km |
| Chapilan | North | 0.96 km |
| Chaugarhawa | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Pure Sukhram | South | 1.45 km |
| Sarsana | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Datt Nagar | West | 1.49 km |
| Chirihawa | South | 1.63 km |
| Kharacha | East | 1.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badolia
Badolia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ramghat Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Badolia is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Badolia is about 35 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 Badolia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badolia 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 Badolia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badolia 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 Badolia
Where is Badolia located?
Badolia village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badolia?
The Gram Panchayat of Badolia is Chapilan.
What is the pincode of Badolia?
The pincode of Badolia is 272161.
What is the population of Badolia?
Badolia has a total population of 367, including 174 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Badolia?
There are 53 households in Badolia.
What is the literacy rate in Badolia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badolia is 62.94%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 59.59%.