Badachi - Athni, Belagavi
Badachi is a village situated in the Athni taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from Athani and around 160 km from Belgaum. Badachi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badachi is 597337. The village covers a total geographical area of 1685.44 hectares and falls under the 591230 pincode. Athani is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Badachi 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 Badachi
As per Census 2011, Badachi village has a total population of 3,985 people, consisting of 2,044 males and 1,941 females. The village has 774 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 650 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,982 literate and 2,003 illiterate residents. Additionally, 570 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 597 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badachi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,985 | 2,044 | 1,941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 650 | 346 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 570 | 306 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 597 | 292 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 1,982 | 1,132 | 850 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,003 | 912 | 1,091 |
Nearby Villages of Badachi
Badachi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yakkanchi | North | 3.16 km |
| Buralatti | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Katageri | South | 3.33 km |
| Desairatti | East | 4.20 km |
| Yelihadalagi | North-East | 5.52 km |
| Chamakeri | North | 6.76 km |
| Kodaganoor | South | 7.05 km |
| Kokatnoor | South-East | 7.11 km |
| Khotanatti | East | 8.34 km |
| Nandagaon | South | 8.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badachi
Badachi 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 71.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athani to Badachi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Badachi is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badachi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badachi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badachi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badachi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badachi
Where is Badachi located?
Badachi village is located in Athni Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badachi?
Badachi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badachi?
The pincode of Badachi is 591230.
What is the population of Badachi?
Badachi has a total population of 3,985, including 2,044 males and 1,941 females.
How many households are there in Badachi?
There are 774 households in Badachi.
What is the literacy rate in Badachi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badachi is 49.74%. Male literacy is 55.38% and female literacy is 43.79%.