Badagam
Badagam is a village located in Nandigam mandal of Srikakulam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Nandigam (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Srikakulam. As per 2009 stats, Badagam village is also a gram panchayat.
Badagam has its own place in the vibrant Srikakulam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Badagam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badagam is 580589. The village spans a total geographical area of 475 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 532220. Palasa Kasibugga is nearest town to Badagam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Badagam
Below is a concise population overview of Badagam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 853 | 418 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 48 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 57 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 274 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 392 | 144 | 248 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Badagam village:
- The total population of Badagam village is around 853, including approximately 418 males and 435 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Badagam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Badagam village has 104 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 121 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Badagam village is about 54.04%, with male literacy at 65.55% and female literacy at 42.99%.
- There are around 229 households in Badagam village.
Connectivity of Badagam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badagam. As per the 2011 stats, Badagam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badagam
Knowing the nearby villages of Badagam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badagam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badagam
- Where is Badagam located?
- Badagam village is situated in Nandigam Mandal, within the Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badagam?
- Badagam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Badagam?
- The pincode of Badagam is 532220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badagam is 853, with 418 males and 435 females.
- How many households are there in Badagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badagam village has a total of 229 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badagam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badagam is 54.04%. The male literacy rate is 65.55%, while the female literacy rate is 42.99%.