Badkhera
Badkhera is a village located in Murwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from Katni, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Badkhera village. As per 2009 stats, Badkhera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Badkhera unique in its vibrant Murwara-Katni region. You’ll see Badkhera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Badkhera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badkhera is 488143. The village spans a total geographical area of 452.65 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Badkhera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Badkhera village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Badkhera
Population of Badkhera
According to the 2011 Census, Badkhera has a total population of about 1,984, with approximately 1,064 males and 920 females. The sex ratio is around 864 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 318 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 49 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 574. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.25%, with male literacy at about 67.76% and female literacy near 55.87%. There are around 406 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badkhera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,984 | 1,064 | 920 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 183 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 574 | 319 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 1,235 | 721 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 749 | 343 | 406 |
Connectivity of Badkhera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badkhera. As per the 2011 stats, Badkhera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badkhera
Knowing the nearby villages of Badkhera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badkhera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badkhera
- Where is Badkhera located?
- Badkhera village is situated in Murwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badkhera?
- Badkhera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Badkhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badkhera is 1,984, with 1,064 males and 920 females.
- How many households are there in Badkhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badkhera village has a total of 406 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badkhera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badkhera is 62.25%. The male literacy rate is 67.76%, while the female literacy rate is 55.87%.