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
As per Census 2011, Badigaon village has a total population of 1,585 people, consisting of 794 males and 791 females. The village has 443 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 584 literate and 1,001 illiterate residents. Additionally, 380 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 651 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badigaon are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,585, including 794 males and 791 females.
How many households are there in Badigaon?
There are 443 households in Badigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Badigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badigaon is 36.85%. Male literacy is 45.47% and female literacy is 28.19%.