Badrenga - Lohandiguda, Bastar
Badrenga is a village situated in the Lohandiguda tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohandiguda and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jagdalpur. Badrenga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badrenga is 449187. The village covers a total geographical area of 1102.07 hectares and falls under the 494010 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Badrenga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badrenga
As per Census 2011, Badrenga village has a total population of 1,105 people, consisting of 545 males and 560 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 242 literate and 863 illiterate residents. Additionally, 889 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badrenga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,105 | 545 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 106 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 889 | 427 | 462 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 163 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 863 | 382 | 481 |
Nearby Villages of Badrenga
Badrenga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Naktoka | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Hathi Darha | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Limaupadar | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Airwar | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Kasturpal | East | 3.65 km |
| Koder | North-West | 3.84 km |
| Chhote Gumia Pal | East | 5.90 km |
| Anjar | South-East | 5.96 km |
| Mutanpal | South-West | 5.96 km |
| Sanwgel | West | 6.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badrenga
Public transport in the Badrenga is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Silak Jhori, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 km.
| 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 Jagdalpur to Badrenga is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badrenga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badrenga 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 Badrenga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badrenga 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 Badrenga
Where is Badrenga located?
Badrenga village is located in Lohandiguda Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badrenga?
Badrenga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badrenga?
The pincode of Badrenga is 494010.
What is the population of Badrenga?
Badrenga has a total population of 1,105, including 545 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Badrenga?
There are 244 households in Badrenga.
What is the literacy rate in Badrenga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badrenga is 21.90%. Male literacy is 29.91% and female literacy is 14.11%.