Badera - Mehgaon, Bhind
Badera is a village situated in the Mehgaon tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehgaon and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Badera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badera is 453164. The village covers a total geographical area of 310.65 hectares and falls under the 477557 pincode. Mehgaon is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Badera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badera
As per Census 2011, Badera village has a total population of 563 people, consisting of 317 males and 246 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 776 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 269 literate and 294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 563 | 317 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 52 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 33 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 183 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 134 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Badera
Badera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semra | South-West | 0.84 km |
| Pura | North | 1.08 km |
| Bachharoli | South | 1.71 km |
| Bachhareta | East | 1.90 km |
| Madanpura | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Vespura | North | 2.74 km |
| Takpura | North | 2.80 km |
| Gokul Pura | West | 2.81 km |
| Sing Pura | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Kheriya Sindh | North-East | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badera
Badera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Itehar, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Mehgaon to Badera is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Badera is about 36 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 Badera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badera 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 Badera
Where is Badera located?
Badera village is located in Mehgaon Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badera?
Badera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badera?
The pincode of Badera is 477557.
What is the population of Badera?
Badera has a total population of 563, including 317 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Badera?
There are 90 households in Badera.
What is the literacy rate in Badera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badera is 47.78%. Male literacy is 57.73% and female literacy is 34.96%.