Badagaon - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Badagaon is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Badagaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badagaon is 458407. The village covers a total geographical area of 2301.27 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Badagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Badagaon village had a total population of 1,788 people, including 915 males and 873 females, living in 373 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.04%, with male literacy at 65.08% and female literacy at 50.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 482, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 507.
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 | 1,788 | 915 | 873 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 182 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 482 | 258 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 507 | 242 | 265 |
| Literate Population | 830 | 477 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 958 | 438 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Badagaon
Badagaon 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 Badagaon
Badagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bijawar to Badagaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Badagaon is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badagaon
Where is Badagaon located?
Badagaon village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badagaon?
Badagaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badagaon?
The pincode of Badagaon is 471405.
What is the population of Badagaon?
Badagaon had a total population of 1,788, including 915 males and 873 females.
How many households are there in Badagaon?
Badagaon had 373 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badagaon was 58.04%. Male literacy was 65.08% and female literacy was 50.65%.