Badgaon - Chandra Shekhar Azad Nagar, Alirajpur
Badgaon is a village situated in the Chandra Shekhar Azad Nagar tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Bhavra and around 45 km from Alirajpur. Badgoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 504910. The village covers a total geographical area of 434.17 hectares and falls under the 457882 pincode. Bhavra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jobat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratlam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgaon
As per Census 2011, Badgaon village has a total population of 1,288 people, consisting of 618 males and 670 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 285 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 482 literate and 806 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,286 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,288 | 618 | 670 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 133 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,286 | 617 | 669 |
| Literate Population | 482 | 293 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 806 | 325 | 481 |
Nearby Villages of Badgaon
Badgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Borkundiya | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Mahendra | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Borka Aara | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Rathodi | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Koriya Pan | East | 3.41 km |
| Polbadi | South | 3.84 km |
| Khutaja Bada | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Polchhoti | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Barjhar | North | 4.23 km |
| Jholiya | West | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badgaon
Badgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dahod, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhavra to Badgaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alirajpur to Badgaon is about 45 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 Badgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Badgaon
Where is Badgaon located?
Badgaon village is located in Chandra Shekhar Azad Nagar Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badgaon is Badgoan.
What is the pincode of Badgaon?
The pincode of Badgaon is 457882.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon has a total population of 1,288, including 618 males and 670 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
There are 255 households in Badgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon is 37.42%. Male literacy is 47.41% and female literacy is 28.21%.