Badgaon - Kukshi, Dhar
Badgaon is a village situated in the Kukshi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kukshi and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Bodgoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 475493. The village covers a total geographical area of 803.19 hectares and falls under the 454335 pincode. Kukshi is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Badgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Badgaon village had a total population of 1,481 people, including 724 males and 757 females, living in 324 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.27%, with male literacy at 57.35% and female literacy at 37.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,265.
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 | 1,481 | 724 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 112 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 54 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,265 | 616 | 649 |
| Literate Population | 598 | 351 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 883 | 373 | 510 |
Nearby Villages of Badgaon
Badgaon 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 Badgaon
Badgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kukshi to Badgaon is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Badgaon is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badgaon
Where is Badgaon located?
Badgaon village is located in Kukshi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badgaon is Bodgoan.
What is the pincode of Badgaon?
The pincode of Badgaon is 454335.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon had a total population of 1,481, including 724 males and 757 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
Badgaon had 324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon was 47.27%. Male literacy was 57.35% and female literacy was 37.83%.