Badgaon - Anjad, Barwani
Badgaon is a village situated in the Anjad tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anjad and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Badgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 478292. The village covers a total geographical area of 605.27 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgaon
As per Census 2011, Badgaon village has a total population of 1,681 people, consisting of 864 males and 817 females. The village has 304 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 847 literate and 834 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 896 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,681 | 864 | 817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 126 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 896 | 454 | 442 |
| Literate Population | 847 | 520 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 834 | 344 | 490 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bilwadeb | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Pipri Buzurg | South | 2.90 km |
| Padla | East | 3.43 km |
| Khadkal | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Ujawani | North | 4.29 km |
| Temala Khurd | South-West | 4.66 km |
| Ralamandal | North-West | 4.66 km |
| Morgun | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Koyadiya | North-West | 5.30 km |
| Piprideb | North-East | 5.41 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 Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpur to Badgaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Badgaon is about 39 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badgaon
Where is Badgaon located?
Badgaon village is located in Anjad Tehsil, Barwani 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 451001.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon has a total population of 1,681, including 864 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
There are 304 households in Badgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon is 50.39%. Male literacy is 60.19% and female literacy is 40.02%.