Badaga
Badaga is a village located in Virajpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Virajpet (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Nalkeri is the gram panchayat of Badaga village.
Badaga has its own place in the vibrant Kodagu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Badaga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badaga is 618079. The village spans a total geographical area of 2288.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571217. Virajpet is nearest town to Badaga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Badaga
Population of Badaga
Below is a concise population overview of Badaga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Badaga village:
- The total population of Badaga village is around 3,295, including approximately 1,604 males and 1,691 females, with a sex ratio of 1054 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 411 children aged 0–6 years in Badaga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Badaga village has 141 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,864 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Badaga village is about 58.30%, with male literacy at 62.59% and female literacy at 54.23%.
- There are around 919 households in Badaga village.
Connectivity of Badaga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badaga. As per the 2011 stats, Badaga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badaga
Knowing the nearby villages of Badaga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badaga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badaga
- Where is Badaga located?
- Badaga village is situated in Virajpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badaga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Badaga is Nalkeri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Badaga?
- The pincode of Badaga is 571217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badaga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badaga is 3,295, with 1,604 males and 1,691 females.
- How many households are there in Badaga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badaga village has a total of 919 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badaga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badaga is 58.30%. The male literacy rate is 62.59%, while the female literacy rate is 54.23%.