Badgaon - Kumarda, Rajnandgaon
Badgaon is a village situated in the Kumarda tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 48 km from Chhuriya and around 47 km from Rajnandgaon. Badgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 441078. The village covers a total geographical area of 572.69 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Dongargaon is the nearest town, located about 23 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 Khujji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgaon
As per Census 2011, Badgaon village has a total population of 1,120 people, consisting of 546 males and 574 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 786 literate and 334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 877 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,120 | 546 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 64 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 877 | 420 | 457 |
| Literate Population | 786 | 421 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 125 | 209 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chitwa Konha | North | 1.75 km |
| Godalwahi | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Barbaspur | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Sambalpur | North | 3.30 km |
| Matiya | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Masulkasa | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Amakatta | East | 3.64 km |
| Parewadeeh | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Umarwahi | West | 3.91 km |
| Gota Tola | South-West | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Badgaon. The nearest railway station is Kusumkasa, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.1 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 Dongargaon to Badgaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Badgaon is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badgaon
Where is Badgaon located?
Badgaon village is located in Kumarda Tehsil, Rajnandgaon 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 491558.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon has a total population of 1,120, including 546 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
There are 203 households in Badgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon is 70.18%. Male literacy is 77.11% and female literacy is 63.59%.