Badol Gaon - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Badol Gaon is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from Kotdwara and around 131 km from Pauri. Bijnoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badol Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badol Gaon is 048408. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.31 hectares and falls under the 246121 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Badol Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badol Gaon
As per Census 2011, Badol Gaon village has a total population of 45 people, consisting of 19 males and 26 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,368 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 30 literate and 15 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badol Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 3 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Badol Gaon
Badol Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalkhil Maliya | North | 0.57 km |
| Bijnoor | North | 1.38 km |
| Chanda Walla | East | 1.48 km |
| Koli Gaon | East | 1.67 km |
| Chanda Palla | East | 1.94 km |
| Purankot | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Kandasu | North | 2.24 km |
| Saund | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Charekha | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Manjiyari | West | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badol Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Badol Gaon. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dogadda to Badol Gaon is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Badol Gaon is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badol Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badol Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badol Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badol Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badol Gaon
Where is Badol Gaon located?
Badol Gaon village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badol Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badol Gaon is Bijnoor.
What is the pincode of Badol Gaon?
The pincode of Badol Gaon is 246121.
What is the population of Badol Gaon?
Badol Gaon has a total population of 45, including 19 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Badol Gaon?
There are 13 households in Badol Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Badol Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badol Gaon is 66.67%. Male literacy is 84.21% and female literacy is 53.85%.