Badgaon - Aundhi, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Badgaon is a village situated in the Aundhi tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 41 km from Manpur and around 141 km from Rajnandgaon. Aundhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 441509. The village covers a total geographical area of 420.06 hectares and falls under the 491229 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 91 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 Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Badgaon village had a total population of 336 people, including 174 males and 162 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.60%, with male literacy at 84.46% and female literacy at 60.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 286.
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 | 336 | 174 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 146 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 125 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 49 | 75 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aundhi | East | 1.68 km |
| Jamdi | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Semhar Bandha | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Newargaon | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Palebhatti | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Madiya Jamdi | West | 3.10 km |
| Dongargaon | East | 3.18 km |
| Bodegaon | South | 3.22 km |
| Salhebatti | East | 3.50 km |
| Gudaras | South-East | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badgaon
Badgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Badgaon is about 91 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Badgaon is about 141 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 Aundhi Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badgaon is Aundhi.
What is the pincode of Badgaon?
The pincode of Badgaon is 491229.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon had a total population of 336, including 174 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
Badgaon had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon was 72.60%. Male literacy was 84.46% and female literacy was 60.42%.