Badekot Village - Malkharoda, Sakti
Badekot is a village situated in the Malkharoda tehsil of Sakti district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from Malkharoda and around 60 km from Janjgir. Chikhali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badekot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badekot is 437289. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 495691 pincode. Adbhar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Badekot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandrapura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badekot
As per Census 2011, Badekot village has a total population of 329 people, consisting of 151 males and 178 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,178 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 182 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badekot are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 329 | 151 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 81 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 103 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 48 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Badekot
Badekot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhotekot | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Chikhli | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Kanaidih | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Belhabhatha | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Chatipali | South | 2.05 km |
| Singhra | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Kharri | South | 2.63 km |
| Charpara | West | 2.75 km |
| Nagjhar | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Parsadih | East | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badekot
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Badekot. The nearest railway station is Jharradih, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.0 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 Adbhar to Badekot is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Janjgir to Badekot is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badekot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badekot 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 Badekot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badekot 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 Badekot
Where is Badekot located?
Badekot village is located in Malkharoda Tehsil, Sakti district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badekot?
The Gram Panchayat of Badekot is Chikhali.
What is the pincode of Badekot?
The pincode of Badekot is 495691.
What is the population of Badekot?
Badekot has a total population of 329, including 151 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Badekot?
There are 83 households in Badekot.
What is the literacy rate in Badekot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badekot is 60.49%. Male literacy is 68.21% and female literacy is 53.93%.