Badua - Kundam, Jabalpur
Badua is a village situated in the Kundam tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundam and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Badua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badua is 490362. The village covers a total geographical area of 360.42 hectares and falls under the 483110 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Badua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badua
According to the 2011 Census, Badua village had a total population of 471 people, including 225 males and 246 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,093 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.71%, with male literacy at 69.00% and female literacy at 51.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 456.
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 | 471 | 225 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 456 | 217 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 138 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 87 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Badua
Badua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kusuwa Dabra | South | 1.32 km |
| Lahsar | West | 2.33 km |
| Patna Kalan | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Karanpura | South | 2.95 km |
| Ghughara | East | 3.05 km |
| Badkur | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Roriya | West | 3.13 km |
| Sujanpur | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Samnapur | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Ghodatakan | East | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badua
Badua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gosalpur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabalpur to Badua is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badua 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 Badua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badua 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 Badua
Where is Badua located?
Badua village is located in Kundam Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badua?
Badua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badua?
The pincode of Badua is 483110.
What is the population of Badua?
Badua had a total population of 471, including 225 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Badua?
Badua had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badua was 59.71%. Male literacy was 69.00% and female literacy was 51.15%.