Badogal Village - Rishikesh, Dehradun
Badogal is a village situated in the Rishikesh tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rishikesh and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Koudsi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badogal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badogal is 045313. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.26 hectares and falls under the 248143 pincode. Doiwala is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Badogal 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 Badogal
As per Census 2011, Badogal village has a total population of 265 people, consisting of 116 males and 149 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 1,284 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 188 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badogal are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 265 | 116 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 17 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 94 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 22 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Badogal
Badogal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badogal
Badogal 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 located within >10 km of Badogal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doiwala to Badogal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Badogal is about 36 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 Badogal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badogal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badogal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badogal 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 Badogal
Where is Badogal located?
Badogal village is located in Rishikesh Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badogal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badogal is Koudsi.
What is the pincode of Badogal?
The pincode of Badogal is 248143.
What is the population of Badogal?
Badogal has a total population of 265, including 116 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Badogal?
There are 54 households in Badogal.
What is the literacy rate in Badogal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badogal is 70.94%. Male literacy is 81.03% and female literacy is 63.09%.