Badgaon - Paraswada, Balaghat
Badgaon is a village situated in the Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paraswada and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Badgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 498329. The village covers a total geographical area of 572.46 hectares and falls under the 481556 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town.
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 Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgaon
As per Census 2011, Badgaon village has a total population of 818 people, consisting of 405 males and 413 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 484 literate and 334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 743 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 818 | 405 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 66 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 743 | 373 | 370 |
| Literate Population | 484 | 275 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 130 | 204 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katalbodi | North | 2.25 km |
| Dorli | East | 2.51 km |
| Kurenda | North-East | 2.96 km |
| Kumangaon | North | 3.31 km |
| Salhe | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Paraswada | North-East | 4.65 km |
| Chini | East | 4.65 km |
| Arandiya | North-West | 4.95 km |
| Linga | North-East | 5.35 km |
| Bhadukota | North | 6.42 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 Lamta, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Balaghat to Badgaon is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 | 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badgaon
Where is Badgaon located?
Badgaon village is located in Paraswada 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 481556.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon has a total population of 818, including 405 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
There are 201 households in Badgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon is 59.17%. Male literacy is 67.90% and female literacy is 50.61%.