Badela - Amarwara, Chhindwara
Badela is a village situated in the Amarwara tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarwara and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Khami serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badela is 493998. The village covers a total geographical area of 606.22 hectares and falls under the 480221 pincode. Amarwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Badela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badela
As per Census 2011, Badela village has a total population of 965 people, consisting of 484 males and 481 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 530 literate and 435 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 965 | 484 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 63 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 530 | 314 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 170 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Badela
Badela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kursipar | West | 2.14 km |
| Kekda | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Khami | North | 2.62 km |
| Bilhera | South | 3.84 km |
| Diwangaon | West | 4.48 km |
| Hirri Mukasa | North-West | 4.54 km |
| Aklama | West | 4.77 km |
| Saliwada Sharda | North | 5.25 km |
| Bineki | North | 5.38 km |
| Lingpani | East | 5.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badela
Badela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chourai, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Amarwara to Badela is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Badela 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 Badela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badela 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 Badela
Where is Badela located?
Badela village is located in Amarwara Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badela?
The Gram Panchayat of Badela is Khami.
What is the pincode of Badela?
The pincode of Badela is 480221.
What is the population of Badela?
Badela has a total population of 965, including 484 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Badela?
There are 208 households in Badela.
What is the literacy rate in Badela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badela is 54.92%. Male literacy is 64.88% and female literacy is 44.91%.