Badegaon - Udaypur, Surguja
Badegaon is a village situated in the Udaypur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udaipur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Badegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badegaon is 433229. The village covers a total geographical area of 2336.86 hectares and falls under the 497117 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Badegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambikapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Badegaon village had a total population of 464 people, including 239 males and 225 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.60%, with male literacy at 45.27% and female literacy at 35.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 457.
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 | 464 | 239 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 38 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 457 | 235 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 91 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 148 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Badegaon
Badegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kedma | North | 4.51 km |
| Pangoti | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Matringa | South | 4.84 km |
| Mareya | East | 5.30 km |
| Bule | North-West | 5.64 km |
| Sitkalo | South-East | 5.68 km |
| Keshma | North-East | 5.82 km |
| Kundeli | North-East | 6.10 km |
| Bhakurma | West | 7.45 km |
| Jiwiliya | North-East | 8.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badegaon
Badegaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambikapur to Badegaon is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badegaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badegaon
Where is Badegaon located?
Badegaon village is located in Udaypur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badegaon?
Badegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badegaon?
The pincode of Badegaon is 497117.
What is the population of Badegaon?
Badegaon had a total population of 464, including 239 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Badegaon?
Badegaon had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badegaon was 40.60%. Male literacy was 45.27% and female literacy was 35.86%.