Badoda - Piploda, Ratlam
Badoda is a village situated in the Piploda tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piploda and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Sherpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badoda is 470047. The village covers a total geographical area of 557.52 hectares and falls under the 457331 pincode. Piploda is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Badoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badoda
According to the 2011 Census, Badoda village had a total population of 694 people, including 343 males and 351 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.61%, with male literacy at 94.33% and female literacy at 79.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 80.
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 | 694 | 343 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 32 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 283 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 60 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Badoda
Badoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nandleta | East | 3.60 km |
| Sherpur | West | 3.76 km |
| Machun | South | 4.07 km |
| Kamla Kheda | North-West | 4.56 km |
| Ganeshganj | North-West | 5.25 km |
| Bhainsa Dabar | South | 5.33 km |
| Badyala Mata | North-East | 5.35 km |
| Sarsana | West | 5.98 km |
| Borkheda | North-East | 6.47 km |
| Gudar Kheda | West | 6.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badoda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Badoda. The nearest railway station is Brayla Chaurasi, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Piploda to Badoda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Badoda is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badoda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badoda 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 Badoda
Where is Badoda located?
Badoda village is located in Piploda Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badoda is Sherpur.
What is the pincode of Badoda?
The pincode of Badoda is 457331.
What is the population of Badoda?
Badoda had a total population of 694, including 343 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Badoda?
Badoda had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badoda was 86.61%. Male literacy was 94.33% and female literacy was 79.38%.