Badani Jharia - Ambikapur, Surguja
Badani Jharia is a village situated in the Ambikapur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from Ambikapur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Chathirma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badani Jharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badani Jharia is 433047. The village falls under the 497001 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Badani Jharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badani Jharia
As per Census 2011, Badani Jharia village has a total population of 701 people, consisting of 342 males and 359 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 348 literate and 353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 535 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badani Jharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 701 | 342 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 59 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 43 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 535 | 256 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 196 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 146 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Badani Jharia
Badani Jharia 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 Badani Jharia
Badani Jharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badani Jharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambikapur to Badani Jharia is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badani Jharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badani Jharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badani Jharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badani Jharia 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 Badani Jharia
Where is Badani Jharia located?
Badani Jharia village is located in Ambikapur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badani Jharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Badani Jharia is Chathirma.
What is the pincode of Badani Jharia?
The pincode of Badani Jharia is 497001.
What is the population of Badani Jharia?
Badani Jharia has a total population of 701, including 342 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Badani Jharia?
There are 167 households in Badani Jharia.
What is the literacy rate in Badani Jharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badani Jharia is 49.64%. Male literacy is 57.31% and female literacy is 42.34%.