Badgaon
Badgaon is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Badgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Badgaon unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Badgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Badgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badgaon is 448245. The village spans a total geographical area of 485.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494226. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Badgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Badgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Badgaon
Population of Badgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Badgaon has a total population of about 1,241, with approximately 696 males and 545 females. The sex ratio is around 783 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 150 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 164 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 615. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.18%, with male literacy at about 68.82% and female literacy near 44.59%. There are around 276 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,241 | 696 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 81 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 76 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 615 | 333 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 722 | 479 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 217 | 302 |
Connectivity of Badgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Badgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Badgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badgaon
- Where is Badgaon located?
- Badgaon village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badgaon?
- Badgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Badgaon?
- The pincode of Badgaon is 494226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badgaon is 1,241, with 696 males and 545 females.
- How many households are there in Badgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badgaon village has a total of 276 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badgaon is 58.18%. The male literacy rate is 68.82%, while the female literacy rate is 44.59%.