Badera - Chanderi, Ashoknagar
Badera is a village situated in the Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanderi and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Badera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badera is 500191. The village covers a total geographical area of 1517.43 hectares and falls under the 473446 pincode. Chanderi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanderi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badera
According to the 2011 Census, Badera village had a total population of 3,446 people, including 1,788 males and 1,658 females, living in 702 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.07%, with male literacy at 79.13% and female literacy at 49.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 736, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 3,446 | 1,788 | 1,658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 552 | 269 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 736 | 389 | 347 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 1,883 | 1,202 | 681 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,563 | 586 | 977 |
Nearby Villages of Badera
Badera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dinola | North | 3.31 km |
| Hirawal | North-West | 3.82 km |
| Kunwarpur | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Khairi | South | 4.48 km |
| Churari | North-West | 4.58 km |
| Pancham Nagar | South | 4.70 km |
| Sakwara | West | 4.79 km |
| Nanakpur | South-West | 5.57 km |
| Shankarpur | South | 6.04 km |
| Kotara | South-West | 6.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badera
Badera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dailwara, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 138.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chanderi to Badera is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Badera is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badera
Where is Badera located?
Badera village is located in Chanderi Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badera?
Badera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badera?
The pincode of Badera is 473446.
What is the population of Badera?
Badera had a total population of 3,446, including 1,788 males and 1,658 females.
How many households are there in Badera?
Badera had 702 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badera was 65.07%. Male literacy was 79.13% and female literacy was 49.53%.