Badkhera Mal. - Shahpura, Dindori
Badkhera Mal. is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Dindori. Barkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badkhera Mal. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badkhera Mal. is 491637. The village covers a total geographical area of 609.88 hectares and falls under the 481990 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Badkhera Mal. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badkhera Mal.
According to the 2011 Census, Badkhera Mal. village had a total population of 1,115 people, including 544 males and 571 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.73%, with male literacy at 75.96% and female literacy at 54.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 503, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 559.
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 | 1,115 | 544 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 103 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 503 | 253 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 559 | 259 | 300 |
| Literate Population | 602 | 335 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 209 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Badkhera Mal.
Badkhera Mal. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhardwara Mal. | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Guraiya Mal. | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Rawankund | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Samanpura Mal. | North | 2.83 km |
| Tikra Khamhariya Mal. | West | 3.48 km |
| Bijauri Mal. | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Gutli Ryt. | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Ghutaina Ryt. | South | 3.75 km |
| Gutalwah | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Sakti Bhagdu Ryt. | North-West | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badkhera Mal.
Badkhera Mal. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nowrozabad, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shahpura to Badkhera Mal. is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dindori to Badkhera Mal. is about 59 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 Badkhera Mal.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badkhera Mal. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badkhera Mal.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badkhera Mal. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badkhera Mal.
Where is Badkhera Mal. located?
Badkhera Mal. village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badkhera Mal.?
The Gram Panchayat of Badkhera Mal. is Barkheda.
What is the pincode of Badkhera Mal.?
The pincode of Badkhera Mal. is 481990.
What is the population of Badkhera Mal.?
Badkhera Mal. had a total population of 1,115, including 544 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Badkhera Mal.?
Badkhera Mal. had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badkhera Mal.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badkhera Mal. was 64.73%. Male literacy was 75.96% and female literacy was 54.60%.