Badla - Goghat - I, Hooghly
Badla is a village situated in the Goghat - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.1 km from Goghat and around 82 km from Chinsura. Kumarsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badla is 324085. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.32 hectares and falls under the 712616 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Badla
According to the 2011 Census, Badla village had a total population of 833 people, including 430 males and 403 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.38%, with male literacy at 76.09% and female literacy at 60.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 233, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 833 | 430 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 113 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 296 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 134 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Badla
Badla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bara Kumursa | South-East | 0.73 km |
| Khorda Kanpur | West | 1.42 km |
| Mohanpur | South | 1.47 km |
| Chak Mamrej | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Kumursa | North | 1.79 km |
| Jaykrishnapur | East | 2.00 km |
| Teligram | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Barama | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Amdoba | South | 2.31 km |
| Dahiakanda | West | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badla
Badla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.6 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 Arambagh to Badla is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Badla is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badla 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 Badla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badla 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 Badla
Where is Badla located?
Badla village is located in Goghat - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badla?
The Gram Panchayat of Badla is Kumarsa.
What is the pincode of Badla?
The pincode of Badla is 712616.
What is the population of Badla?
Badla had a total population of 833, including 430 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Badla?
Badla had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badla was 68.38%. Male literacy was 76.09% and female literacy was 60.27%.