Badaura Kalan - Gaurihar, Chhatarpur
Badaura Kalan is a village situated in the Gaurihar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaurihar and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Badaurakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badaura Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badaura Kalan is 457423. The village covers a total geographical area of 1397.23 hectares and falls under the 471510 pincode. Laundi is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Badaura Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badaura Kalan
As per Census 2011, Badaura Kalan village has a total population of 2,732 people, consisting of 1,504 males and 1,228 females. The village has 533 households and a sex ratio of 816 females per 1,000 males. There are 397 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,450 literate and 1,282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 753 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badaura Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,732 | 1,504 | 1,228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 211 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 753 | 405 | 348 |
| Literate Population | 1,450 | 893 | 557 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,282 | 611 | 671 |
Nearby Villages of Badaura Kalan
Badaura Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Motipurwa | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Ghatahari | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Lausi | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Joga | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Chak Ranibag | South | 3.22 km |
| Basahari | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Bhawanipur | South | 4.36 km |
| Palta(palha-81) | North-East | 4.51 km |
| Chak Rampur | South-West | 4.66 km |
| Kharka | North | 5.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badaura Kalan
Badaura Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kabrai, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.8 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 Laundi to Badaura Kalan is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Badaura Kalan is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badaura Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badaura Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badaura Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badaura Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badaura Kalan
Where is Badaura Kalan located?
Badaura Kalan village is located in Gaurihar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badaura Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badaura Kalan is Badaurakala.
What is the pincode of Badaura Kalan?
The pincode of Badaura Kalan is 471510.
What is the population of Badaura Kalan?
Badaura Kalan has a total population of 2,732, including 1,504 males and 1,228 females.
How many households are there in Badaura Kalan?
There are 533 households in Badaura Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Badaura Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badaura Kalan is 53.07%. Male literacy is 59.38% and female literacy is 45.36%.