Badgaon - Katangi, Balaghat
Badgaon is a village situated in the Katangi tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katangi and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Selwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 497296. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.12 hectares and falls under the 481445 pincode. Katangi is the nearest town, located about 6 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 Katangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Badgaon village had a total population of 539 people, including 273 males and 266 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.41%, with male literacy at 81.45% and female literacy at 71.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 539 | 273 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 25 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 202 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 71 | 102 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Selwa | North | 1.22 km |
| Khajri | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Sitakhoh | South | 1.69 km |
| Nandleasra | East | 1.76 km |
| Sawangi | North | 1.92 km |
| Chikmara | West | 2.00 km |
| Atri | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Kalgaon | East | 2.76 km |
| Chaukhandi | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Patharwada | North-West | 3.09 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 Tirodi, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.4 km.
| 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 | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katangi to Badgaon is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Badgaon is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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) | 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 Badgaon
Where is Badgaon located?
Badgaon village is located in Katangi Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badgaon is Selwa.
What is the pincode of Badgaon?
The pincode of Badgaon is 481445.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon had a total population of 539, including 273 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
Badgaon had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon was 76.41%. Male literacy was 81.45% and female literacy was 71.00%.