Badgaon - Tamnar, Raigarh
Badgaon is a village situated in the Tamnar tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamnar and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Badgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 434800. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.46 hectares and falls under the 496001 pincode. Raigarh is the nearest town, located about 13 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 Lailunga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Badgaon village had a total population of 719 people, including 366 males and 353 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.10%, with male literacy at 88.18% and female literacy at 71.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 382.
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 | 719 | 366 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 53 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 382 | 189 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 483 | 276 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 90 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Badgaon
Badgaon 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 Badgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Badgaon. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Badgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Raigarh to Badgaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badgaon
Where is Badgaon located?
Badgaon village is located in Tamnar Tehsil, Raigarh 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 496001.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon had a total population of 719, including 366 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
Badgaon had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon was 80.10%. Male literacy was 88.18% and female literacy was 71.38%.