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.
Here you can discover what makes Badaga unique in its vibrant Virajpet-Kodagu region. You’ll see Badaga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Badaga has a total population of about 3,295, with approximately 1,604 males and 1,691 females. The sex ratio is around 1054 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 411 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 141 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,864. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.30%, with male literacy at about 62.59% and female literacy near 54.23%. There are around 919 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badaga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.