Badra - Sonhat, Korea
Badra is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Sonhat and around 46 km from Baikunthpur. Bhaiswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badra is 431542. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.75 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Badra 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 Badra
According to the 2011 Census, Badra village had a total population of 549 people, including 268 males and 281 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.79%, with male literacy at 65.49% and female literacy at 46.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 433.
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 | 549 | 268 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 433 | 216 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 148 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 120 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Badra
Badra 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 Badra
Badra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Baikunthpur to Badra is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badra 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 Badra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badra 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 Badra
Where is Badra located?
Badra village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badra?
The Gram Panchayat of Badra is Bhaiswar.
What is the pincode of Badra?
The pincode of Badra is 497339.
What is the population of Badra?
Badra had a total population of 549, including 268 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Badra?
Badra had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badra was 55.79%. Male literacy was 65.49% and female literacy was 46.67%.