Badarganj - Sami, Patan
Badarganj is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Ved serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badarganj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badarganj is 509014. The village covers a total geographical area of 1803.68 hectares and falls under the 384245 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Badarganj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badarganj
According to the 2011 Census, Badarganj village had a total population of 592 people, including 301 males and 291 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.59%, with male literacy at 74.39% and female literacy at 45.89%.
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 | 592 | 301 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 55 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 183 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 118 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Badarganj
Badarganj 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 Badarganj
Public transport in the Badarganj is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Badarganj is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Badarganj is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badarganj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badarganj 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badarganj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badarganj 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Badarganj
Where is Badarganj located?
Badarganj village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badarganj?
The Gram Panchayat of Badarganj is Ved.
What is the pincode of Badarganj?
The pincode of Badarganj is 384245.
What is the population of Badarganj?
Badarganj had a total population of 592, including 301 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Badarganj?
Badarganj had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badarganj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badarganj was 60.59%. Male literacy was 74.39% and female literacy was 45.89%.