Bada - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Bada is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Mahetwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bada is 476930. The village covers a total geographical area of 939 hectares and falls under the 450554 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Bada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bada
As per Census 2011, Bada village has a total population of 1,056 people, consisting of 544 males and 512 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 511 literate and 545 illiterate residents. Additionally, 200 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 336 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,056 | 544 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 90 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 101 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 179 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 310 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 234 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Bada
Bada 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 Bada
Bada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maheshwar to Bada is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Bada is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bada
Where is Bada located?
Bada village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bada?
The Gram Panchayat of Bada is Mahetwada.
What is the pincode of Bada?
The pincode of Bada is 450554.
What is the population of Bada?
Bada has a total population of 1,056, including 544 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Bada?
There are 233 households in Bada.
What is the literacy rate in Bada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bada is 48.39%. Male literacy is 56.99% and female literacy is 39.26%.