Badgaon - Sonakhan, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Badgaon is a village situated in the Sonakhan tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 55 km from Kasdol and around 100 km from Raipur. Badgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 444167. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 493551 pincode. Kasdol is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Badgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgaon
As per Census 2011, Badgaon village has a total population of 857 people, consisting of 402 males and 455 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 1,131 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 480 literate and 377 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 665 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 857 | 402 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 55 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 665 | 307 | 358 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 268 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 134 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Badgaon
Badgaon 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 Badgaon
Badgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Kasdol to Badgaon is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Badgaon is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badgaon
Where is Badgaon located?
Badgaon village is located in Sonakhan Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badgaon?
Badgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badgaon?
The pincode of Badgaon is 493551.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon has a total population of 857, including 402 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
There are 183 households in Badgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon is 56.01%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 46.59%.