Badaga - Ponnampet, Kodagu
Badaga is a village situated in the Ponnampet taluka of Kodagu district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from Virajpet and around 85 km from Madikeri. Nalkeri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badaga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badaga is 618079. The village covers a total geographical area of 2288.58 hectares and falls under the 571217 pincode. Virajpet is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Badaga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Virajpet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mysuru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badaga
As per Census 2011, Badaga village has a total population of 3,295 people, consisting of 1,604 males and 1,691 females. The village has 919 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 411 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,921 literate and 1,374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,864 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badaga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,295 | 1,604 | 1,691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 411 | 188 | 223 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 67 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,864 | 897 | 967 |
| Literate Population | 1,921 | 1,004 | 917 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,374 | 600 | 774 |
Nearby Villages of Badaga
Badaga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Seegevadi | South | 1.82 km |
| Vallahalli | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Kandalike | East | 2.39 km |
| B. Matagere | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Beguru | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Thelagumasahalli | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Hullemala | North | 3.93 km |
| Muthigechikkathalalu | East | 4.08 km |
| Nemmanahalli | West | 4.18 km |
| Hunasur | South-East | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badaga
The nearest railway station is Nanjangud Town, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Virajpet to Badaga is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madikeri to Badaga is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Badaga
Where is Badaga located?
Badaga village is located in Ponnampet Taluka, Kodagu district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badaga?
The Gram Panchayat of Badaga is Nalkeri.
What is the pincode of Badaga?
The pincode of Badaga is 571217.
What is the population of Badaga?
Badaga has a total population of 3,295, including 1,604 males and 1,691 females.
How many households are there in Badaga?
There are 919 households in Badaga.
What is the literacy rate in Badaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badaga is 58.30%. Male literacy is 62.59% and female literacy is 54.23%.