Badwanya - Dahi, Dhar
Badwanya is a village situated in the Dahi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahi and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Badvanya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badwanya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badwanya is 475553. The village covers a total geographical area of 734.02 hectares and falls under the 454331 pincode. Dahi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Badwanya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kukshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badwanya
As per Census 2011, Badwanya village has a total population of 2,109 people, consisting of 1,048 males and 1,061 females. The village has 425 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 307 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,030 literate and 1,079 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,799 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badwanya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,109 | 1,048 | 1,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 156 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 105 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,799 | 905 | 894 |
| Literate Population | 1,030 | 600 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,079 | 448 | 631 |
Nearby Villages of Badwanya
Badwanya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thandala | West | 2.44 km |
| Rebarda | North | 2.46 km |
| Ajgaon | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Padiyal | East | 3.61 km |
| Kalmani | North | 4.09 km |
| Makadwani | South | 4.37 km |
| Devdha | South-West | 4.41 km |
| Atarsuma | West | 4.58 km |
| Babali Bujurg | North-West | 4.65 km |
| Amlal | North-East | 5.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badwanya
Badwanya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.7 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 Dahi to Badwanya is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Badwanya is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badwanya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badwanya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badwanya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badwanya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badwanya
Where is Badwanya located?
Badwanya village is located in Dahi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badwanya?
The Gram Panchayat of Badwanya is Badvanya.
What is the pincode of Badwanya?
The pincode of Badwanya is 454331.
What is the population of Badwanya?
Badwanya has a total population of 2,109, including 1,048 males and 1,061 females.
How many households are there in Badwanya?
There are 425 households in Badwanya.
What is the literacy rate in Badwanya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badwanya is 48.84%. Male literacy is 57.25% and female literacy is 40.53%.