Badetumnar - Gidam, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Badetumnar is a village situated in the Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Geedam and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Badetumnar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badetumnar is 450157. The village covers a total geographical area of 1507.65 hectares and falls under the 494441 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Badetumnar 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 Badetumnar
As per Census 2011, Badetumnar village has a total population of 1,795 people, consisting of 884 males and 911 females. The village has 397 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 799 literate and 996 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,612 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badetumnar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,795 | 884 | 911 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 118 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,612 | 791 | 821 |
| Literate Population | 799 | 500 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 996 | 384 | 612 |
Nearby Villages of Badetumnar
Badetumnar 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 | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Bangapal | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Kundenar | South | 3.46 km |
| Nelgoda | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Kandakarka | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Chhotetumar | North | 3.74 km |
| Badesurokhi | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Mofalnar | North-East | 4.61 km |
| Darapal | South-West | 4.67 km |
| Alnar | South-East | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badetumnar
Badetumnar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dantewara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.7 km.
| 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 Bade Bacheli to Badetumnar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Badetumnar is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badetumnar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badetumnar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badetumnar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badetumnar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badetumnar
Where is Badetumnar located?
Badetumnar village is located in Gidam Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badetumnar?
Badetumnar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badetumnar?
The pincode of Badetumnar is 494441.
What is the population of Badetumnar?
Badetumnar has a total population of 1,795, including 884 males and 911 females.
How many households are there in Badetumnar?
There are 397 households in Badetumnar.
What is the literacy rate in Badetumnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badetumnar is 44.51%. Male literacy is 56.56% and female literacy is 32.82%.