Badsalaya - Thikri, Barwani
Badsalaya is a village situated in the Thikri tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thikri and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Barsalay (barufatak) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badsalaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badsalaya is 478223. The village covers a total geographical area of 1070.85 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Badsalaya 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 Badsalaya
As per Census 2011, Badsalaya village has a total population of 3,829 people, consisting of 1,962 males and 1,867 females. The village has 835 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 556 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,143 literate and 1,686 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,810 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badsalaya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,829 | 1,962 | 1,867 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 556 | 300 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 56 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,810 | 1,430 | 1,380 |
| Literate Population | 2,143 | 1,244 | 899 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,686 | 718 | 968 |
Nearby Villages of Badsalaya
Badsalaya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khajuri | West | 3.40 km |
| Sangwi (than) | South | 3.40 km |
| Temla | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Jahoor | East | 4.25 km |
| Baghadi | North-West | 4.62 km |
| Kalapani | North | 5.38 km |
| Relva Buzurg | South-West | 5.59 km |
| Jhiranya | North-East | 6.01 km |
| Chitawal | South-East | 6.01 km |
| Than | South | 6.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badsalaya
Badsalaya 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 79.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anjad to Badsalaya is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Badsalaya 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 Badsalaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badsalaya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badsalaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badsalaya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badsalaya
Where is Badsalaya located?
Badsalaya village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badsalaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Badsalaya is Barsalay (barufatak).
What is the pincode of Badsalaya?
The pincode of Badsalaya is 451660.
What is the population of Badsalaya?
Badsalaya has a total population of 3,829, including 1,962 males and 1,867 females.
How many households are there in Badsalaya?
There are 835 households in Badsalaya.
What is the literacy rate in Badsalaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badsalaya is 55.97%. Male literacy is 63.40% and female literacy is 48.15%.