Badgaon - Jeerapur, Rajgarh
Badgaon is a village situated in the Jeerapur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Jirapur and around 50 km from Rajgarh. Badgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 478733. The village covers a total geographical area of 528.65 hectares and falls under the 465693 pincode. Jirapur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Badgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Badgaon village had a total population of 2,570 people, including 1,295 males and 1,275 females, living in 657 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.57%, with male literacy at 69.95% and female literacy at 41.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 497.
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 | 2,570 | 1,295 | 1,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 230 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 497 | 249 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,208 | 745 | 463 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,362 | 550 | 812 |
Nearby Villages of Badgaon
Badgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganeshganj | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Chokhanda | East | 2.41 km |
| Gul Khedi | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Govind Pura | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Chilawad | South | 2.85 km |
| Kawalsi Kheda | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Dantan | North | 3.37 km |
| Ker Khedi | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Pathri | East | 3.52 km |
| Lakhoni | North-East | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badgaon
Badgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Udyan Kheri, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jirapur to Badgaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Badgaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgaon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badgaon
Where is Badgaon located?
Badgaon village is located in Jeerapur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badgaon?
Badgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badgaon?
The pincode of Badgaon is 465693.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon had a total population of 2,570, including 1,295 males and 1,275 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
Badgaon had 657 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon was 55.57%. Male literacy was 69.95% and female literacy was 41.75%.