Badarkhan - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Badarkhan is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Jaleti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badarkhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badarkhan is 509922. The village covers a total geographical area of 396.52 hectares and falls under the 383462 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badarkhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badarkhan
According to the 2011 Census, Badarkhan village had a total population of 379 people, including 187 males and 192 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.04%, with male literacy at 63.92% and female literacy at 44.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 367.
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 | 379 | 187 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 180 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 101 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 86 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Badarkhan
Badarkhan 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 Badarkhan
Public transport in the Badarkhan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Badarkhan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaynagar to Badarkhan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Badarkhan is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badarkhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badarkhan 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 Badarkhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badarkhan 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badarkhan
Where is Badarkhan located?
Badarkhan village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badarkhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badarkhan is Jaleti.
What is the pincode of Badarkhan?
The pincode of Badarkhan is 383462.
What is the population of Badarkhan?
Badarkhan had a total population of 379, including 187 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Badarkhan?
Badarkhan had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badarkhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badarkhan was 54.04%. Male literacy was 63.92% and female literacy was 44.51%.