Futagao Badni - Laxmeshwar, Gadag
Futagao Badni is a village situated in the Laxmeshwar taluka of Gadag district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 14 km from Shirhatti and around 44 km from Gadag. P-badni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Futagao Badni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Futagao Badni is 602071. The village covers a total geographical area of 1218.23 hectares and falls under the 582116 pincode. Lakshmeshwar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Futagao Badni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirahatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Haveri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Futagao Badni
As per Census 2011, Futagao Badni village has a total population of 3,177 people, consisting of 1,625 males and 1,552 females. The village has 685 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,055 literate and 1,122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 141 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Futagao Badni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,177 | 1,625 | 1,552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 192 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 112 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 67 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 2,055 | 1,209 | 846 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,122 | 416 | 706 |
Nearby Villages of Futagao Badni
Futagao Badni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sankadal | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Kondikoppa | West | 2.17 km |
| Hire Mallapur | South | 2.56 km |
| Haradagatti | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Adrahalli | East | 3.31 km |
| Battur | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Adarakatti | West | 4.23 km |
| Amarapur | South-East | 4.29 km |
| Kundralli | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Nadigatti | North-East | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Futagao Badni
Futagao Badni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalas Halt, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakshmeshwar to Futagao Badni is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gadag to Futagao Badni is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Futagao Badni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Futagao Badni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Futagao Badni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Futagao Badni 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 Futagao Badni
Where is Futagao Badni located?
Futagao Badni village is located in Laxmeshwar Taluka, Gadag district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Futagao Badni?
The Gram Panchayat of Futagao Badni is P-badni.
What is the pincode of Futagao Badni?
The pincode of Futagao Badni is 582116.
What is the population of Futagao Badni?
Futagao Badni has a total population of 3,177, including 1,625 males and 1,552 females.
How many households are there in Futagao Badni?
There are 685 households in Futagao Badni.
What is the literacy rate in Futagao Badni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Futagao Badni is 64.68%. Male literacy is 74.40% and female literacy is 54.51%.