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.
Badong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Badong
As per Census 2011, Badong village has a total population of 576 people, consisting of 297 males and 279 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 259 literate and 317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 572 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badong are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 576 | 297 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 62 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 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 has a total population of 576, including 297 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Badong?
There are 101 households in Badong.
What is the literacy rate in Badong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badong is 44.97%. Male literacy is 50.84% and female literacy is 38.71%.