Badhar - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Badhar is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Patna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhar is 502234. The village covers a total geographical area of 647.08 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Badhar 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 Badhar
According to the 2011 Census, Badhar village had a total population of 783 people, including 390 males and 393 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.10%, with male literacy at 49.68% and female literacy at 36.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 461.
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 | 783 | 390 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 74 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 461 | 233 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 157 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 502 | 233 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Badhar
Badhar 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 Badhar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Badhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Badhar is about 35 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 Badhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhar 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 Badhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhar 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 Badhar
Where is Badhar located?
Badhar village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhar is Patna.
What is the pincode of Badhar?
The pincode of Badhar is 484881.
What is the population of Badhar?
Badhar had a total population of 783, including 390 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Badhar?
Badhar had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhar was 43.10%. Male literacy was 49.68% and female literacy was 36.90%.