Badgai - Pharasgaon, Kondagaon
Badgai is a village situated in the Pharasgaon tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 37 km from Farasgaon and around 137 km from Jagdalpur. Badgai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgai is 448995. The village covers a total geographical area of 1313 hectares and falls under the 494230 pincode. Farasgaon is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Badgai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badgai
According to the 2011 Census, Badgai village had a total population of 688 people, including 344 males and 344 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.95%, with male literacy at 54.34% and female literacy at 39.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 632.
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 | 688 | 344 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 79 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 632 | 312 | 320 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 144 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 200 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Badgai
Badgai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandapal | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Bhongapal | South | 3.75 km |
| Kulanar | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Krohobeda | West | 3.89 km |
| Telanga | North | 4.17 km |
| Kolanga | South-East | 4.28 km |
| Misari | South | 4.65 km |
| Kongud | North-East | 5.15 km |
| Toyapal | North | 5.22 km |
| Mulle | North-West | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badgai
Badgai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.2 km.
| 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 Farasgaon to Badgai is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Badgai is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badgai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badgai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badgai
Where is Badgai located?
Badgai village is located in Pharasgaon Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badgai?
Badgai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badgai?
The pincode of Badgai is 494230.
What is the population of Badgai?
Badgai had a total population of 688, including 344 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Badgai?
Badgai had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badgai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgai was 46.95%. Male literacy was 54.34% and female literacy was 39.86%.