Badwara Khurd Village - Badwara, Katni
Badwara Khurd is a village situated in the Badwara tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badwara and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Katni. Bhachharwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badwara Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badwara Khurd is 488360. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.53 hectares and falls under the 483773 pincode. Katni is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Badwara Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badwara Khurd
As per Census 2011, Badwara Khurd village has a total population of 601 people, consisting of 313 males and 288 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 375 literate and 226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 260 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badwara Khurd are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 601 | 313 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 34 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 132 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 215 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 98 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Badwara Khurd
Badwara Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lohkhan | East | 1.60 km |
| Lakha Khera | North | 2.10 km |
| Chiruhali | West | 2.17 km |
| Dhanwara | East | 2.46 km |
| Bairagi | North | 2.66 km |
| Badwara Kalan | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Bhadawar | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Thuthiya | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Amradand | South | 3.48 km |
| Rupond(rupaund) | North-West | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badwara Khurd
Badwara Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vilayatkalan Rd, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katni to Badwara Khurd is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badwara Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badwara Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badwara Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badwara Khurd 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badwara Khurd
Where is Badwara Khurd located?
Badwara Khurd village is located in Badwara Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badwara Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Badwara Khurd is Bhachharwara.
What is the pincode of Badwara Khurd?
The pincode of Badwara Khurd is 483773.
What is the population of Badwara Khurd?
Badwara Khurd has a total population of 601, including 313 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Badwara Khurd?
There are 128 households in Badwara Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Badwara Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badwara Khurd is 62.40%. Male literacy is 68.69% and female literacy is 55.56%.