Bad Bigha
Bad Bigha is a village located in Tandwa subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Tandwa (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Chatra. As per 2009 stats, Padumpur is the gram panchayat of Bad Bigha village.
Here you can discover what makes Bad Bigha unique in its vibrant Tandwa-Chatra region. You’ll see Bad Bigha’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 Bad Bigha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bad Bigha is 349403. The village spans a total geographical area of 240 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825383. Chatra is nearest town to Bad Bigha village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bad Bigha 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 Simaria Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bad Bigha
Population of Bad Bigha
According to the 2011 Census, Bad Bigha has a total population of about 761, with approximately 401 males and 360 females. The sex ratio is around 897 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 133 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 453 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.23%, with male literacy at about 51.37% and female literacy near 34.17%. There are around 126 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bad Bigha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 761 | 401 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 68 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 241 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 329 | 206 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 195 | 237 |
Connectivity of Bad Bigha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bad Bigha. As per the 2011 stats, Bad Bigha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bad Bigha
Knowing the nearby villages of Bad Bigha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bad Bigha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bad Bigha
- Where is Bad Bigha located?
- Bad Bigha village is situated in Tandwa Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bad Bigha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bad Bigha is Padumpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bad Bigha?
- The pincode of Bad Bigha is 825383, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bad Bigha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bad Bigha is 761, with 401 males and 360 females.
- How many households are there in Bad Bigha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bad Bigha village has a total of 126 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bad Bigha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bad Bigha is 43.23%. The male literacy rate is 51.37%, while the female literacy rate is 34.17%.