Badigaon - Devbhog, Gariyaband
Badigaon is a village situated in the Devbhog tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from Deobhog and around 224 km from Raipur. Badigaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badigaon is 445533. The village covers a total geographical area of 428.47 hectares and falls under the 493890 pincode. Gariyaband is the nearest town, located about 133 km away.
Badigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bindranawagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Badigaon village had a total population of 1,585 people, including 794 males and 791 females, living in 443 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.13%, with male literacy at 54.45% and female literacy at 32.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 380, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 651.
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 | 1,585 | 794 | 791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 131 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 198 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 651 | 322 | 329 |
| Literate Population | 584 | 361 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,001 | 433 | 568 |
Nearby Villages of Badigaon
Badigaon 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 Badigaon
Public transport in the Badigaon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gariyaband to Badigaon is about 133 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Badigaon is about 224 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badigaon
Where is Badigaon located?
Badigaon village is located in Devbhog Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badigaon?
Badigaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badigaon?
The pincode of Badigaon is 493890.
What is the population of Badigaon?
Badigaon had a total population of 1,585, including 794 males and 791 females.
How many households are there in Badigaon?
Badigaon had 443 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badigaon was 43.13%. Male literacy was 54.45% and female literacy was 32.27%.