Badi (Palanpur) - Nakhatrana, Kachchh
Badi (Palanpur) is a village situated in the Nakhatrana taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakhatrana and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Palanpur Badi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badi (Palanpur) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badi (Palanpur) is 506978. The village covers a total geographical area of 1908.6 hectares and falls under the 370001 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Badi (Palanpur) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badi (Palanpur)
According to the 2011 Census, Badi (Palanpur) village had a total population of 447 people, including 239 males and 208 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.15%, with male literacy at 74.63% and female literacy at 56.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142.
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 | 447 | 239 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 77 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 153 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 86 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Badi (Palanpur)
Badi (Palanpur) 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 Badi (Palanpur)
Badi (Palanpur) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhuj to Badi (Palanpur) is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badi (Palanpur)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badi (Palanpur) 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 Badi (Palanpur)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badi (Palanpur) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badi (Palanpur)
Where is Badi (Palanpur) located?
Badi (Palanpur) village is located in Nakhatrana Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badi (Palanpur)?
The Gram Panchayat of Badi (Palanpur) is Palanpur Badi.
What is the pincode of Badi (Palanpur)?
The pincode of Badi (Palanpur) is 370001.
What is the population of Badi (Palanpur)?
Badi (Palanpur) had a total population of 447, including 239 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Badi (Palanpur)?
Badi (Palanpur) had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badi (Palanpur)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badi (Palanpur) was 66.15%. Male literacy was 74.63% and female literacy was 56.42%.