Badong - Donka, West Karbi Anglong
Badong is a village situated in the Donka subdivision of West Karbi Anglong district, Assam. It is located approximately 205 km from Donka and around 205 km from Diphu.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badong is 295662. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 782485 pincode. Hamren is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Population of Badong
According to the 2011 Census, Badong village had a total population of 576 people, including 297 males and 279 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.17%, with male literacy at 64.26% and female literacy at 49.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 572.
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 | 576 | 297 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 62 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 572 | 295 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 151 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 146 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Badong
Badong 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 Badong
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Badong.
| 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 Hamren to Badong is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Diphu to Badong is about 205 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badong 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 Badong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badong
Where is Badong located?
Badong village is located in Donka Subdivision, West Karbi Anglong district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Badong?
The pincode of Badong is 782485.
What is the population of Badong?
Badong had a total population of 576, including 297 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Badong?
Badong had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badong was 57.17%. Male literacy was 64.26% and female literacy was 49.54%.