Badepandhi - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Badepandhi is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Kasalba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badepandhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badepandhi is 445911. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.56 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Badepandhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badepandhi
As per Census 2011, Badepandhi village has a total population of 678 people, consisting of 343 males and 335 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 490 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badepandhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 678 | 343 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 33 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 57 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 272 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 71 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Badepandhi
Badepandhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mudapahar | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Kasalba | South | 1.51 km |
| Bardih | West | 2.18 km |
| Sanpandhi | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Baigandih | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Kalenda | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Kejunwa (kejuwa) | North | 2.78 km |
| Manki | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Khairmal | East | 2.90 km |
| Antarla | South | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badepandhi
Badepandhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.8 km.
| 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 Saraipali to Badepandhi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Badepandhi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badepandhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badepandhi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badepandhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badepandhi 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 Badepandhi
Where is Badepandhi located?
Badepandhi village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badepandhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Badepandhi is Kasalba.
What is the pincode of Badepandhi?
The pincode of Badepandhi is 493558.
What is the population of Badepandhi?
Badepandhi has a total population of 678, including 343 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Badepandhi?
There are 170 households in Badepandhi.
What is the literacy rate in Badepandhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badepandhi is 72.27%. Male literacy is 79.30% and female literacy is 65.07%.