Badekedwad - Dornapal, Sukma
Badekedwad is a village situated in the Dornapal tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 80 km from Konta and around 170 km from Dantewada. Badekedwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badekedwad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badekedwad is 450468. The village falls under the 494114 pincode. Dornapal is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Badekedwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badekedwad
According to the 2011 Census, Badekedwad village had a total population of 254 people, including 124 males and 130 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.37%, with male literacy at 21.36% and female literacy at 13.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 254.
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 | 254 | 124 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 254 | 124 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 102 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Badekedwad
Badekedwad 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 Badekedwad
Public transport in the Badekedwad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dornapal to Badekedwad is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Badekedwad is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badekedwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badekedwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badekedwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badekedwad 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 Badekedwad
Where is Badekedwad located?
Badekedwad village is located in Dornapal Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badekedwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Badekedwad is Badekedwal.
What is the pincode of Badekedwad?
The pincode of Badekedwad is 494114.
What is the population of Badekedwad?
Badekedwad had a total population of 254, including 124 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Badekedwad?
Badekedwad had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badekedwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badekedwad was 17.37%. Male literacy was 21.36% and female literacy was 13.64%.