Badowala - Doiwala, Dehradun
Badowala is a village situated in the Doiwala tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Rishikesh and around 20 km from Dehradun. Badonwala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badowala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badowala is 045329. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.14 hectares and falls under the 248140 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Badowala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doiwala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badowala
As per Census 2011, Badowala village has a total population of 958 people, consisting of 467 males and 491 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 679 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badowala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 958 | 467 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 679 | 362 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 105 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Badowala
Badowala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baksar Wala | South | 0.95 km |
| Lachhi Wala | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Kanhar Wala | South | 1.77 km |
| Baruwala Grant | East | 2.10 km |
| Kaluwala | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Nakraunda | North-West | 4.11 km |
| Jauligrant | East | 4.40 km |
| Paw Wala Soda | North-East | 5.14 km |
| Jeevan Wala | South | 5.21 km |
| Bhopalpani Grant | North | 5.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badowala
Badowala 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 Doiwala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 4.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rishikesh to Badowala is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Badowala is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badowala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badowala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badowala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badowala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badowala
Where is Badowala located?
Badowala village is located in Doiwala Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badowala?
The Gram Panchayat of Badowala is Badonwala.
What is the pincode of Badowala?
The pincode of Badowala is 248140.
What is the population of Badowala?
Badowala has a total population of 958, including 467 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Badowala?
There are 218 households in Badowala.
What is the literacy rate in Badowala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badowala is 70.88%. Male literacy is 77.52% and female literacy is 64.56%.