Badbhum - Gurur, Balod
Badbhum is a village situated in the Gurur tehsil of Balod district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Gurur and around 90 km from Durg. Badhbhum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badbhum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badbhum is 443449. The village covers a total geographical area of 300.95 hectares and falls under the 491227 pincode. Gurur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Badbhum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badbhum
According to the 2011 Census, Badbhum village had a total population of 546 people, including 298 males and 248 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 832 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.09%, with male literacy at 93.41% and female literacy at 77.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 501.
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 | 546 | 298 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 501 | 274 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 255 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 43 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Badbhum
Badbhum 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 Badbhum
Badbhum is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gurur to Badbhum is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Badbhum is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badbhum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badbhum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badbhum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badbhum 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 Badbhum
Where is Badbhum located?
Badbhum village is located in Gurur Tehsil, Balod district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badbhum?
The Gram Panchayat of Badbhum is Badhbhum.
What is the pincode of Badbhum?
The pincode of Badbhum is 491227.
What is the population of Badbhum?
Badbhum had a total population of 546, including 298 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Badbhum?
Badbhum had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badbhum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badbhum was 86.09%. Male literacy was 93.41% and female literacy was 77.13%.