Badgaon - Baikunthpur, Korea
Badgaon is a village situated in the Baikunthpur tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from Baikunthpur and around 9 km from Baikunthpur. Badaganv serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 431428. The village covers a total geographical area of 491.85 hectares and falls under the 497335 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Badgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgaon
As per Census 2011, Badgaon village has a total population of 893 people, consisting of 446 males and 447 females. The village has 232 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 541 literate and 352 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 341 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 893 | 446 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 341 | 160 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 330 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 116 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Badgaon
Badgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Modipara | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Bhakhar | East | 1.43 km |
| Patrapali | North | 1.75 km |
| Deori | West | 2.31 km |
| Tamjeera | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Narsinghpur | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Amapara | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Charpara | East | 3.37 km |
| Khutrapara | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Chopan | South | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badgaon
Badgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baikunthpur Rd, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baikunthpur to Badgaon is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Badgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badgaon
Where is Badgaon located?
Badgaon village is located in Baikunthpur Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badgaon is Badaganv.
What is the pincode of Badgaon?
The pincode of Badgaon is 497335.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon has a total population of 893, including 446 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
There are 232 households in Badgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon is 60.58%. Male literacy is 73.99% and female literacy is 47.20%.