Badgunda - Gandey, Giridih
Badgunda is a village situated in the Gandey subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Gande and around 30 km from Giridih. Badgunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgunda is 352015. The village covers a total geographical area of 601 hectares and falls under the 815312 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Badgunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandey Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgunda
As per Census 2011, Badgunda village has a total population of 2,717 people, consisting of 1,402 males and 1,315 females. The village has 436 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 617 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,223 literate and 1,494 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 847 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badgunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,717 | 1,402 | 1,315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 617 | 329 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 147 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 847 | 421 | 426 |
| Literate Population | 1,223 | 775 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,494 | 627 | 867 |
Nearby Villages of Badgunda
Badgunda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonabad | East | 1.42 km |
| Jahanabad | West | 1.55 km |
| Shankarpur | North | 1.78 km |
| Madhursa Alias Kathchira | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Dudhpania | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Alakdiha | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Nawatanr | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Bejrabad | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Dakshinbahal | East | 2.54 km |
| Sinduar Tanr | South | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badgunda
Badgunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Giridih, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Badgunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgunda 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 Badgunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badgunda
Where is Badgunda located?
Badgunda village is located in Gandey Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badgunda?
Badgunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badgunda?
The pincode of Badgunda is 815312.
What is the population of Badgunda?
Badgunda has a total population of 2,717, including 1,402 males and 1,315 females.
How many households are there in Badgunda?
There are 436 households in Badgunda.
What is the literacy rate in Badgunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgunda is 45.01%. Male literacy is 55.28% and female literacy is 34.07%.