Badhera - Gairatganj, Raisen
Badhera is a village situated in the Gairatganj tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairatgang and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Bansadehi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhera is 483935. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.48 hectares and falls under the 464884 pincode. Gairatganj is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Badhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanchi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhera
According to the 2011 Census, Badhera village had a total population of 126 people, including 68 males and 58 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.69%, with male literacy at 98.11% and female literacy at 79.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 60.
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 | 126 | 68 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 36 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 52 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 16 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Badhera
Badhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khamariya Garhi | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Hatnapur | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Bhaironpur | West | 2.19 km |
| Jamanpani | West | 2.34 km |
| Bhanpurgarhi | East | 2.36 km |
| Bansadehi | South | 2.43 km |
| Amapani | South | 3.91 km |
| Gundrai | East | 4.18 km |
| Padriya Garhi | South-East | 4.19 km |
| Belnagarhi | North | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badhera
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Badhera. The nearest railway station is Sorai, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.4 km.
| 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 Gairatganj to Badhera is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Badhera is about 59 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 Badhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhera 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 Badhera
Where is Badhera located?
Badhera village is located in Gairatganj Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhera is Bansadehi.
What is the pincode of Badhera?
The pincode of Badhera is 464884.
What is the population of Badhera?
Badhera had a total population of 126, including 68 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Badhera?
Badhera had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhera was 89.69%. Male literacy was 98.11% and female literacy was 79.55%.