Badlipada - Meghnagar, Jhabua
Badlipada is a village situated in the Meghnagar tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meghnagar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Badlipada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badlipada is 504476. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.03 hectares and falls under the 457777 pincode. Thandla is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badlipada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badlipada
According to the 2011 Census, Badlipada village had a total population of 1,060 people, including 556 males and 504 females, living in 235 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.25%, with male literacy at 41.50% and female literacy at 24.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,043.
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 | 1,060 | 556 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 144 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,043 | 547 | 496 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 171 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 385 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Badlipada
Badlipada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pawagoi Badi | South | 1.64 km |
| Pawagoi Chhoti | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Jhapadara | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Devigarh | East | 2.21 km |
| Gudabada | East | 2.50 km |
| Kadwapada | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Umradara | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Parwaliya | North | 3.87 km |
| Junwaniya Chhota | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Itawa | North-West | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badlipada
Badlipada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Meghnagar, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.0 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thandla to Badlipada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Badlipada is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badlipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badlipada 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badlipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badlipada 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 Badlipada
Where is Badlipada located?
Badlipada village is located in Meghnagar Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badlipada?
Badlipada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badlipada?
The pincode of Badlipada is 457777.
What is the population of Badlipada?
Badlipada had a total population of 1,060, including 556 males and 504 females.
How many households are there in Badlipada?
Badlipada had 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badlipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badlipada was 33.25%. Male literacy was 41.50% and female literacy was 24.81%.