Bawadi - Kondagaon
Bawadi is a village situated in the Kondagaon tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from Kondagaon and around 100 km from Jagdalpur. Madagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bawadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bawadi is 448701. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.08 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Bawadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bawadi
As per Census 2011, Bawadi village has a total population of 231 people, consisting of 105 males and 126 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,200 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 136 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bawadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 231 | 105 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 18 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 64 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 65 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Bawadi
Bawadi 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 Bawadi
Bawadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Kondagaon to Bawadi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Bawadi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bawadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bawadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bawadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bawadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bawadi
Where is Bawadi located?
Bawadi village is located in Kondagaon Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bawadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bawadi is Madagaon.
What is the pincode of Bawadi?
The pincode of Bawadi is 494226.
What is the population of Bawadi?
Bawadi has a total population of 231, including 105 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Bawadi?
There are 49 households in Bawadi.
What is the literacy rate in Bawadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bawadi is 30.30%. Male literacy is 38.10% and female literacy is 23.81%.