Badona - Joura, Morena
Badona is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joura and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Badona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badona is 452397. The village covers a total geographical area of 356 hectares and falls under the 476221 pincode. Joura is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sumawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badona
According to the 2011 Census, Badona village had a total population of 1,096 people, including 601 males and 495 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.30%, with male literacy at 84.71% and female literacy at 57.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 189.
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 | 1,096 | 601 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 104 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 105 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 663 | 421 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 180 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Badona
Badona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kakardha | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Nurpur | South | 1.50 km |
| Dulheni | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Dongarpur | West | 2.39 km |
| Imaliya | North | 2.71 km |
| Sumawali | East | 2.91 km |
| Chhera | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Hatharia | South | 3.09 km |
| Chirayatni | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Kiratpur | North-East | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badona
Badona is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sumaoli, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.2 km.
| 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 Joura to Badona is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Badona is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badona 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 Badona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badona 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 Badona
Where is Badona located?
Badona village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badona?
Badona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badona?
The pincode of Badona is 476221.
What is the population of Badona?
Badona had a total population of 1,096, including 601 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Badona?
Badona had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badona was 72.30%. Male literacy was 84.71% and female literacy was 57.62%.