Badjawalga - Bhalki, Bidar
Badjawalga is a village situated in the Bhalki taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhalki and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Madkatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badjawalga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badjawalga is 599919. The village covers a total geographical area of 559.15 hectares and falls under the 585446 pincode. Bhalki is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badjawalga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhalki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badjawalga
According to the 2011 Census, Badjawalga village had a total population of 1,537 people, including 797 males and 740 females, living in 266 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.48%, with male literacy at 78.11% and female literacy at 56.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 363, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 378.
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 | 1,537 | 797 | 740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 121 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 184 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 378 | 199 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 890 | 528 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 647 | 269 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Badjawalga
Badjawalga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaplapur | South | 2.35 km |
| Madkatti | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Mavinhalli | West | 2.78 km |
| Dadgi | North | 2.84 km |
| Nawadgi | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Kurubkhelgi | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Kuntesirsi | East | 4.35 km |
| Bylhalli | West | 4.56 km |
| Koroor | North-West | 4.68 km |
| Gubyal | North | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badjawalga
Badjawalga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhalki, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhalki to Badjawalga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Badjawalga is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badjawalga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badjawalga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badjawalga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badjawalga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badjawalga
Where is Badjawalga located?
Badjawalga village is located in Bhalki Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badjawalga?
The Gram Panchayat of Badjawalga is Madkatti.
What is the pincode of Badjawalga?
The pincode of Badjawalga is 585446.
What is the population of Badjawalga?
Badjawalga had a total population of 1,537, including 797 males and 740 females.
How many households are there in Badjawalga?
Badjawalga had 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badjawalga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badjawalga was 67.48%. Male literacy was 78.11% and female literacy was 56.30%.