Badda - Sondawa, Alirajpur
Badda is a village situated in the Sondawa tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Alirajpur and around 30 km from Alirajpur. Badda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badda is 505335. The village covers a total geographical area of 541.5 hectares and falls under the 457888 pincode. Alirajpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Badda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alirajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratlam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badda
According to the 2011 Census, Badda village had a total population of 1,502 people, including 757 males and 745 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.57%, with male literacy at 52.68% and female literacy at 26.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,420.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,502 | 757 | 745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 159 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,420 | 717 | 703 |
| Literate Population | 482 | 315 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,020 | 442 | 578 |
Nearby Villages of Badda
Badda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Badda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Alirajpur to Badda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badda
Where is Badda located?
Badda village is located in Sondawa Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badda?
Badda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badda?
The pincode of Badda is 457888.
What is the population of Badda?
Badda had a total population of 1,502, including 757 males and 745 females.
How many households are there in Badda?
Badda had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badda was 39.57%. Male literacy was 52.68% and female literacy was 26.94%.