Badgaon - Dr. Ambedkar Nagar Mhow, Indore
Badgaon is a village situated in the Dr. Ambedkar Nagar Mhow tehsil of Indore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Mhow and around 44 km from Indore. Yashawant Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 476470. The village covers a total geographical area of 654.64 hectares and falls under the 453441 pincode. Mhowgaon is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Badgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badgaon
As per Census 2011, Badgaon village has a total population of 208 people, consisting of 103 males and 105 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 207 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 208 | 103 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 103 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 53 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 50 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Badgaon
Badgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajpura | North | 2.40 km |
| Anwalipura | West | 3.73 km |
| Chhapariya | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Nahar Khodra | South-West | 4.06 km |
| Raikunda | South | 4.45 km |
| Yashwantnagar | North-East | 4.45 km |
| Badkuwa | North | 4.86 km |
| Kamadpur | North | 5.05 km |
| Ambada | North-West | 5.21 km |
| Telanbardi | East | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Badgaon. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mhowgaon to Badgaon is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Indore to Badgaon is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badgaon
Where is Badgaon located?
Badgaon village is located in Dr. Ambedkar Nagar Mhow Tehsil, Indore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badgaon is Yashawant Nagar.
What is the pincode of Badgaon?
The pincode of Badgaon is 453441.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon has a total population of 208, including 103 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
There are 53 households in Badgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon is 40.87%. Male literacy is 51.46% and female literacy is 30.48%.