Badegadam
Badegadam is a village located in Katekalyan tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Katekalyan (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Badegadam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Badegadam unique in its vibrant Katekalyan-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Badegadam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Badegadam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badegadam is 450223. The village spans a total geographical area of 1168.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494449. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Badegadam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
When it comes to local governance, Badegadam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Badegadam
Population of Badegadam
According to the 2011 Census, Badegadam has a total population of about 691, with approximately 333 males and 358 females. The sex ratio is around 1075 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 165 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 691. The overall literacy rate is approximately 4.05%, with male literacy at about 5.41% and female literacy near 2.79%. There are around 143 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badegadam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 691 | 333 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 80 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 691 | 333 | 358 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 663 | 315 | 348 |
Connectivity of Badegadam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badegadam. As per the 2011 stats, Badegadam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badegadam
Knowing the nearby villages of Badegadam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badegadam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badegadam
- Where is Badegadam located?
- Badegadam village is situated in Katekalyan Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badegadam?
- Badegadam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Badegadam?
- The pincode of Badegadam is 494449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badegadam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badegadam is 691, with 333 males and 358 females.
- How many households are there in Badegadam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badegadam village has a total of 143 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badegadam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badegadam is 4.05%. The male literacy rate is 5.41%, while the female literacy rate is 2.79%.