Badgaon - Lanji, Balaghat
Badgaon is a village situated in the Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanji and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Badgoan (k) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 498491. The village covers a total geographical area of 403 hectares and falls under the 481222 pincode. Lanji 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 Lanji 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 2,765 people, including 1,389 males and 1,376 females, living in 509 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.19%, with male literacy at 79.67% and female literacy at 58.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 295.
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 | 2,765 | 1,389 | 1,376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 174 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 52 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 295 | 149 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 1,675 | 968 | 707 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,090 | 421 | 669 |
Nearby Villages of Badgaon
Badgaon 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 Badgaon
Badgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lanji 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 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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) | 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 Lanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badgaon is Badgoan (k).
What is the pincode of Badgaon?
The pincode of Badgaon is 481222.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon had a total population of 2,765, including 1,389 males and 1,376 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
Badgaon had 509 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon was 69.19%. Male literacy was 79.67% and female literacy was 58.62%.