Badagaon - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Badagaon is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Mohpani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badagaon is 490917. The village covers a total geographical area of 823.89 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Badagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badagaon
As per Census 2011, Badagaon village has a total population of 1,238 people, consisting of 599 males and 639 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 414 literate and 824 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,233 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,238 | 599 | 639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 115 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,233 | 598 | 635 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 224 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 824 | 375 | 449 |
Nearby Villages of Badagaon
Badagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manegoan | North | 5.89 km |
| Richhai | North | 6.53 km |
| Kuklor | North | 6.71 km |
| Tudni | North-West | 6.87 km |
| Jamgaon | West | 7.26 km |
| Paundi | South-West | 7.28 km |
| Sujanpur | North-West | 7.60 km |
| Benar | North-East | 7.76 km |
| Buddigar Gajgarh | South | 7.87 km |
| Khapa Sani | South-West | 8.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badagaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Badagaon. The nearest railway station is Salichauka Road, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Gadarwara to Badagaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Badagaon is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badagaon 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 Badagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badagaon 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 Badagaon
Where is Badagaon located?
Badagaon village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badagaon is Mohpani.
What is the pincode of Badagaon?
The pincode of Badagaon is 487771.
What is the population of Badagaon?
Badagaon has a total population of 1,238, including 599 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Badagaon?
There are 239 households in Badagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Badagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badagaon is 33.44%. Male literacy is 37.40% and female literacy is 29.73%.