Badekanera - Kondagaon
Badekanera is a village situated in the Kondagaon tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Kondagaon and around 90 km from Jagdalpur. Bade Kanera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badekanera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badekanera is 448786. The village covers a total geographical area of 4027.43 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Badekanera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kondagaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badekanera
As per Census 2011, Badekanera village has a total population of 5,334 people, consisting of 2,653 males and 2,681 females. The village has 1,121 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 787 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,429 literate and 2,905 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,567 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badekanera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,334 | 2,653 | 2,681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 787 | 393 | 394 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,567 | 1,781 | 1,786 |
| Literate Population | 2,429 | 1,505 | 924 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,905 | 1,148 | 1,757 |
Nearby Villages of Badekanera
Badekanera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kukargarkapal | West | 2.81 km |
| Kamela | East | 4.72 km |
| Khadka | South-East | 4.72 km |
| Bakhara | West | 5.30 km |
| Jarebendri | North-West | 5.98 km |
| Rajagaon | West | 6.10 km |
| Sukurpal | South-West | 6.35 km |
| Karanji | West | 7.67 km |
| Joba | South | 7.78 km |
| Bolbola | North-West | 7.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badekanera
Badekanera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jagdalpur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kondagaon to Badekanera is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Badekanera is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badekanera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badekanera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Badekanera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badekanera 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badekanera
Where is Badekanera located?
Badekanera village is located in Kondagaon Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badekanera?
The Gram Panchayat of Badekanera is Bade Kanera.
What is the pincode of Badekanera?
The pincode of Badekanera is 494226.
What is the population of Badekanera?
Badekanera has a total population of 5,334, including 2,653 males and 2,681 females.
How many households are there in Badekanera?
There are 1,121 households in Badekanera.
What is the literacy rate in Badekanera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badekanera is 45.54%. Male literacy is 56.73% and female literacy is 34.46%.