Badakalan - Dhar
Badakalan is a village situated in the Dhar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from Dhar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Bori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badakalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badakalan is 474923. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.93 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Dhar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Badakalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandhwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badakalan
As per Census 2011, Badakalan village has a total population of 296 people, consisting of 159 males and 137 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 87 literate and 209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 296 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badakalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 296 | 159 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 296 | 159 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 56 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 103 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Badakalan
Badakalan 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 Badakalan
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Badakalan.
| 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 Dhar to Badakalan is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badakalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badakalan 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 Badakalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badakalan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badakalan
Where is Badakalan located?
Badakalan village is located in Dhar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badakalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badakalan is Bori.
What is the pincode of Badakalan?
The pincode of Badakalan is 454446.
What is the population of Badakalan?
Badakalan has a total population of 296, including 159 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Badakalan?
There are 34 households in Badakalan.
What is the literacy rate in Badakalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badakalan is 29.39%. Male literacy is 35.22% and female literacy is 22.63%.