Badbai - Goharganj, Raisen
Badbai is a village situated in the Goharganj tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goharganj and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Badbai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badbai is 484421. The village covers a total geographical area of 563.15 hectares and falls under the 464990 pincode. Obedullaganj is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Badbai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badbai
As per Census 2011, Badbai village has a total population of 1,042 people, consisting of 526 males and 516 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 637 literate and 405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 464 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badbai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,042 | 526 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 85 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 464 | 237 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 637 | 369 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 157 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Badbai
Badbai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dangarwara | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Ambai | West | 2.51 km |
| Dhamdhusar | South | 2.78 km |
| Nagri | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Chapla Sir | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Baijalpur | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Beejor | North-East | 3.39 km |
| Nandora | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Gutwara | South | 4.33 km |
| Sajdi | South | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badbai
Badbai 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 Obaidulla Ganj, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 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 Obedullaganj to Badbai is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Badbai 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 Badbai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badbai 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 Badbai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badbai 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badbai
Where is Badbai located?
Badbai village is located in Goharganj Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badbai?
Badbai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badbai?
The pincode of Badbai is 464990.
What is the population of Badbai?
Badbai has a total population of 1,042, including 526 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Badbai?
There are 189 households in Badbai.
What is the literacy rate in Badbai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badbai is 61.13%. Male literacy is 70.15% and female literacy is 51.94%.