Badarkha - Amarpatan, Maihar
Badarkha is a village situated in the Amarpatan tehsil of Maihar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Amarpatan and around 60 km from Satna. Bigoudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badarkha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badarkha is 464379. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.37 hectares and falls under the 485778 pincode. Amarpatan is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Badarkha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur-baghelan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badarkha
According to the 2011 Census, Badarkha village had a total population of 177 people, including 78 males and 99 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,269 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 85.07% and female literacy at 82.02%.
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 | 177 | 78 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 57 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 21 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Badarkha
Badarkha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Turki Manmohan | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Bigaudi | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Sannehi Bodhali | North | 1.65 km |
| Dithaura | North | 1.90 km |
| Turki Gosai | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Sannehi Bada Tola | North | 2.39 km |
| Podi Kalan | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Karaudi | North | 2.74 km |
| Podi Khurd | West | 2.87 km |
| Khadgada | South-West | 3.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badarkha
Badarkha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Turki Road, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarpatan to Badarkha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Badarkha is about 60 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 Badarkha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badarkha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Badarkha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badarkha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Badarkha
Where is Badarkha located?
Badarkha village is located in Amarpatan Tehsil, Maihar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badarkha?
The Gram Panchayat of Badarkha is Bigoudi.
What is the pincode of Badarkha?
The pincode of Badarkha is 485778.
What is the population of Badarkha?
Badarkha had a total population of 177, including 78 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Badarkha?
Badarkha had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badarkha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badarkha was 83.33%. Male literacy was 85.07% and female literacy was 82.02%.