Badagi - Athni, Belagavi
Badagi is a village situated in the Athni taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from Athani and around 190 km from Belgaum. Aratal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badagi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badagi is 597342. The village covers a total geographical area of 1445.69 hectares and falls under the 591248 pincode. Athani is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Badagi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badagi
As per Census 2011, Badagi village has a total population of 2,930 people, consisting of 1,484 males and 1,446 females. The village has 571 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 467 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,545 literate and 1,385 illiterate residents. Additionally, 245 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badagi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,930 | 1,484 | 1,446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 467 | 228 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 122 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,545 | 906 | 639 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,385 | 578 | 807 |
Nearby Villages of Badagi
Badagi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yallammawadi | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Aratal | East | 3.89 km |
| Khotanatti | West | 4.76 km |
| Aigali | North-West | 4.96 km |
| Tungal | South-East | 6.32 km |
| Fadatarawadi | North | 6.68 km |
| Suttatti | South-West | 7.55 km |
| Kokatnoor | South-West | 8.10 km |
| Halalli | East | 8.15 km |
| Desairatti | West | 8.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badagi
Badagi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sulgare, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Athani to Badagi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Badagi is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badagi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badagi 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 Badagi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badagi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badagi
Where is Badagi located?
Badagi village is located in Athni Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badagi?
The Gram Panchayat of Badagi is Aratal.
What is the pincode of Badagi?
The pincode of Badagi is 591248.
What is the population of Badagi?
Badagi has a total population of 2,930, including 1,484 males and 1,446 females.
How many households are there in Badagi?
There are 571 households in Badagi.
What is the literacy rate in Badagi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badagi is 52.73%. Male literacy is 61.05% and female literacy is 44.19%.