Badgaon - Mahasamund
Badgaon is a village situated in the Mahasamund tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from Mahasamund, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Badgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 446240. The village covers a total geographical area of 1341.69 hectares and falls under the 493445 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Mahasamund Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Badgaon
As per Census 2011, Badgaon village has a total population of 1,827 people, consisting of 911 males and 916 females. The village has 329 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 293 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,091 literate and 736 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,827 | 911 | 916 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 141 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 1,091 | 652 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 736 | 259 | 477 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Achharidih | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Gudguda | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Achholi | East | 2.93 km |
| Benidih | West | 3.09 km |
| Barbaspur | South | 3.82 km |
| Amethi | West | 4.30 km |
| Ratakat | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Beltukri | East | 4.36 km |
| Gullu | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Khattidih | South-East | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badgaon
Badgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Belsonda, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.1 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 Bagbahara to Badgaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Badgaon is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badgaon
Where is Badgaon located?
Badgaon village is located in Mahasamund Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badgaon?
Badgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badgaon?
The pincode of Badgaon is 493445.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon has a total population of 1,827, including 911 males and 916 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
There are 329 households in Badgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon is 59.72%. Male literacy is 71.57% and female literacy is 47.93%.