Badhamar - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Badhamar is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Habeli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhamar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhamar is 502240. The village covers a total geographical area of 306.29 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Badhamar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhamar
According to the 2011 Census, Badhamar village had a total population of 551 people, including 283 males and 268 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.11%, with male literacy at 61.28% and female literacy at 38.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 405.
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 | 551 | 283 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 15 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 405 | 213 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 144 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 139 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Badhamar
Badhamar 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 Badhamar
Badhamar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Badhamar is about 33 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 Badhamar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhamar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badhamar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhamar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badhamar
Where is Badhamar located?
Badhamar village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badhamar?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhamar is Habeli.
What is the pincode of Badhamar?
The pincode of Badhamar is 484881.
What is the population of Badhamar?
Badhamar had a total population of 551, including 283 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Badhamar?
Badhamar had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhamar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhamar was 50.11%. Male literacy was 61.28% and female literacy was 38.50%.