Badkhera - Kundam, Jabalpur
Badkhera is a village situated in the Kundam tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundam and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Badkhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badkhera is 490319. The village covers a total geographical area of 405.46 hectares and falls under the 483110 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Badkhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badkhera
According to the 2011 Census, Badkhera village had a total population of 950 people, including 473 males and 477 females, living in 236 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.70%, with male literacy at 72.97% and female literacy at 50.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 869.
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 | 950 | 473 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 55 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 869 | 432 | 437 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 305 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 168 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Badkhera
Badkhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amera | East | 1.10 km |
| Dunda (duda) | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Jamgaon | South | 2.02 km |
| Sankuhi | West | 2.12 km |
| Kuhka | North | 2.13 km |
| Padharpur | East | 2.63 km |
| Kurgawan | North | 2.89 km |
| Bhanwarda | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Andhar | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Rampuri Khurd | North-East | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badkhera
Badkhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Deori, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jabalpur to Badkhera is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badkhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badkhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badkhera
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 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 Badkhera
Where is Badkhera located?
Badkhera village is located in Kundam Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badkhera?
Badkhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badkhera?
The pincode of Badkhera is 483110.
What is the population of Badkhera?
Badkhera had a total population of 950, including 473 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Badkhera?
Badkhera had 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badkhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badkhera was 61.70%. Male literacy was 72.97% and female literacy was 50.12%.