Badhani - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Badhani is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Richhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhani is 506013. The village covers a total geographical area of 393 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Mundi is the nearest town.
Badhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhani
As per Census 2011, Badhani village has a total population of 1,532 people, consisting of 768 males and 764 females. The village has 285 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 710 literate and 822 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 781 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,532 | 768 | 764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 138 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 781 | 397 | 384 |
| Literate Population | 710 | 454 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 822 | 314 | 508 |
Nearby Villages of Badhani
Badhani 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 Badhani
Badhani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khandwa to Badhani is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhani 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 Badhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badhani
Where is Badhani located?
Badhani village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhani is Richhi.
What is the pincode of Badhani?
The pincode of Badhani is 450001.
What is the population of Badhani?
Badhani has a total population of 1,532, including 768 males and 764 females.
How many households are there in Badhani?
There are 285 households in Badhani.
What is the literacy rate in Badhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhani is 46.34%. Male literacy is 59.11% and female literacy is 33.51%.