Badgon - Mandu, Ramgarh
Badgon is a village situated in the Mandu subdivision of Ramgarh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandu and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Ramgarh. Badgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badgon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgon is 369072. The village covers a total geographical area of 318 hectares and falls under the 829134 pincode.
Badgon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgon
According to the 2011 Census, Badgon village had a total population of 224 people, including 113 males and 111 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.29%, with male literacy at 68.42% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 110.
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 | 224 | 113 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 65 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 48 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Badgon
Badgon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhuiyadih | South-West | 0.70 km |
| Sirka | West | 1.83 km |
| Bargaon | South | 2.48 km |
| Atna | West | 3.12 km |
| Barbanda | South | 3.29 km |
| Loiyo | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Garkia Alias Parsabera | North-West | 3.75 km |
| Chainpur | South | 3.77 km |
| Bhadwa | West | 4.19 km |
| Dakasaram | East | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badgon
Badgon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jogeshwar Bihar, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ramgarh to Badgon is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badgon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badgon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badgon
Where is Badgon located?
Badgon village is located in Mandu Subdivision, Ramgarh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badgon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badgon is Badgaon.
What is the pincode of Badgon?
The pincode of Badgon is 829134.
What is the population of Badgon?
Badgon had a total population of 224, including 113 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Badgon?
Badgon had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badgon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgon was 61.29%. Male literacy was 68.42% and female literacy was 53.85%.