Badkhera - Majholi, Jabalpur
Badkhera is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Badkhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badkhera is 489376. The village covers a total geographical area of 338.73 hectares and falls under the 483225 pincode. Sihora is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Badkhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badkhera
As per Census 2011, Badkhera village has a total population of 1,771 people, consisting of 891 males and 880 females. The village has 457 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 930 literate and 841 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 770 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badkhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,771 | 891 | 880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 146 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 54 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 770 | 391 | 379 |
| Literate Population | 930 | 532 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 841 | 359 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Badkhera
Badkhera 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 Badkhera
Badkhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badkhera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihora to Badkhera is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Badkhera is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badkhera
Where is Badkhera located?
Badkhera village is located in Majholi 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 483225.
What is the population of Badkhera?
Badkhera has a total population of 1,771, including 891 males and 880 females.
How many households are there in Badkhera?
There are 457 households in Badkhera.
What is the literacy rate in Badkhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badkhera is 52.51%. Male literacy is 59.71% and female literacy is 45.23%.