Badesurokhi - Gidam, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Badesurokhi is a village situated in the Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Geedam and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Badesurokhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badesurokhi is 450156. The village covers a total geographical area of 642.18 hectares and falls under the 494444 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Badesurokhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badesurokhi
According to the 2011 Census, Badesurokhi village had a total population of 689 people, including 321 males and 368 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 1,146 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.58%, with male literacy at 47.87% and female literacy at 28.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 438.
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 | 689 | 321 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 196 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 135 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 462 | 186 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Badesurokhi
Badesurokhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Surokhi | West | 1.50 km |
| Samlur | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Kundenar | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Alnar | South | 3.35 km |
| Badetumnar | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Siyanar | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Mofalnar | North | 4.55 km |
| Japodi | East | 4.80 km |
| Binjam | South-East | 5.68 km |
| Bangapal | West | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badesurokhi
Badesurokhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dantewara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bade Bacheli to Badesurokhi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Badesurokhi is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badesurokhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badesurokhi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badesurokhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badesurokhi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badesurokhi
Where is Badesurokhi located?
Badesurokhi village is located in Gidam Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badesurokhi?
Badesurokhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badesurokhi?
The pincode of Badesurokhi is 494444.
What is the population of Badesurokhi?
Badesurokhi had a total population of 689, including 321 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Badesurokhi?
Badesurokhi had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badesurokhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badesurokhi was 37.58%. Male literacy was 47.87% and female literacy was 28.57%.