Badha Andi - Bichhiya, Mandla
Badha Andi is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Tikariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badha Andi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badha Andi is 493452. The village covers a total geographical area of 260.08 hectares and falls under the 481996 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Badha Andi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badha Andi
According to the 2011 Census, Badha Andi village had a total population of 336 people, including 171 males and 165 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.64%, with male literacy at 74.82% and female literacy at 44.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 282.
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 | 336 | 171 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 140 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 104 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 67 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Badha Andi
Badha Andi 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 Badha Andi
Badha Andi 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 >10 km |
| 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 Bichhiya to Badha Andi is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Badha Andi is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badha Andi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badha Andi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badha Andi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badha Andi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badha Andi
Where is Badha Andi located?
Badha Andi village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badha Andi?
The Gram Panchayat of Badha Andi is Tikariya.
What is the pincode of Badha Andi?
The pincode of Badha Andi is 481996.
What is the population of Badha Andi?
Badha Andi had a total population of 336, including 171 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Badha Andi?
Badha Andi had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badha Andi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badha Andi was 59.64%. Male literacy was 74.82% and female literacy was 44.68%.