Badatola - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Badatola is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Bandatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badatola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badatola is 447511. The village covers a total geographical area of 441 hectares and falls under the 494336 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Badatola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badatola
As per Census 2011, Badatola village has a total population of 848 people, consisting of 392 males and 456 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 1,163 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 550 literate and 298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 644 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badatola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 848 | 392 | 456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 644 | 289 | 355 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 300 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 92 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Badatola
Badatola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhaisa Katta | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Shahawada | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Palewa | East | 2.37 km |
| Bodeli(ponka) | West | 2.44 km |
| Tarasgaon | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Pipraud | West | 3.47 km |
| Araud | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Kotela | North | 3.81 km |
| Dodakawahi | East | 3.88 km |
| Mudpar (subhiya) | South | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badatola
Badatola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.8 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 Charama to Badatola is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Badatola is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badatola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badatola 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badatola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badatola 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badatola
Where is Badatola located?
Badatola village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badatola?
The Gram Panchayat of Badatola is Bandatola.
What is the pincode of Badatola?
The pincode of Badatola is 494336.
What is the population of Badatola?
Badatola has a total population of 848, including 392 males and 456 females.
How many households are there in Badatola?
There are 209 households in Badatola.
What is the literacy rate in Badatola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badatola is 64.86%. Male literacy is 76.53% and female literacy is 54.82%.