Badgaon - Sanawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Badgaon is a village situated in the Sanawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Barwaha and around 80 km from Khargone. Badgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 476840. The village covers a total geographical area of 451.08 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Sanawad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Badgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Badgaon village had a total population of 1,491 people, including 736 males and 755 females, living in 279 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.37%, with male literacy at 83.36% and female literacy at 61.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 252, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
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 | 1,491 | 736 | 755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 81 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 133 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 11 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 956 | 546 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 535 | 190 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Badgaon
Badgaon 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 Badgaon
Badgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Badgaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sanawad to Badgaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Badgaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badgaon
Where is Badgaon located?
Badgaon village is located in Sanawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badgaon?
Badgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badgaon?
The pincode of Badgaon is 451001.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon had a total population of 1,491, including 736 males and 755 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
Badgaon had 279 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon was 72.37%. Male literacy was 83.36% and female literacy was 61.56%.