Badgaon - Lalbarra, Balaghat
Badgaon is a village situated in the Lalbarra tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalbarra and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Badgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 497634. The village covers a total geographical area of 406.02 hectares and falls under the 481331 pincode. Waraseoni is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Balaghat Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Badgaon
As per Census 2011, Badgaon village has a total population of 1,758 people, consisting of 857 males and 901 females. The village has 392 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,175 literate and 583 illiterate residents. Additionally, 139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 131 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,758 | 857 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 101 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 60 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 60 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 1,175 | 634 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 583 | 223 | 360 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamthi | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Nayatola | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Lohara | South | 3.20 km |
| Khamariya | East | 4.24 km |
| Naitra | North-West | 4.47 km |
| Khursodi | North | 4.58 km |
| Pandewada | North-East | 4.66 km |
| Garapuri | North | 4.93 km |
| Sawangi | South-West | 5.73 km |
| Marhera | North | 5.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badgaon
Badgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Magardharra Ph, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Waraseoni to Badgaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Badgaon is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lalbarra Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badgaon?
Badgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badgaon?
The pincode of Badgaon is 481331.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon has a total population of 1,758, including 857 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
There are 392 households in Badgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon is 66.84%. Male literacy is 73.98% and female literacy is 60.04%.