Badodar Village - Keshod, Junagadh
Badodar is a village situated in the Keshod taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keshod and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Badodar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badodar is 514743. The village covers a total geographical area of 1069.25 hectares and falls under the 362220 pincode. Junagadh is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Badodar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badodar
As per Census 2011, Badodar village has a total population of 2,243 people, consisting of 1,169 males and 1,074 females. The village has 469 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,518 literate and 725 illiterate residents. Additionally, 571 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badodar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,243 | 1,169 | 1,074 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 122 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 571 | 307 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,518 | 876 | 642 |
| Illiterate Population | 725 | 293 | 432 |
Nearby Villages of Badodar
Badodar 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 Badodar
Public transport in the Badodar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Badodar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagadh to Badodar is about 6 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 Badodar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badodar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badodar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badodar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badodar
Where is Badodar located?
Badodar village is located in Keshod Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badodar?
Badodar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badodar?
The pincode of Badodar is 362220.
What is the population of Badodar?
Badodar has a total population of 2,243, including 1,169 males and 1,074 females.
How many households are there in Badodar?
There are 469 households in Badodar.
What is the literacy rate in Badodar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badodar is 67.68%. Male literacy is 74.94% and female literacy is 59.78%.