Badkher - Birsinghpur, Satna
Badkher is a village situated in the Birsinghpur tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Birsinghpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Satna. Badkhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badkher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badkher is 463354. The village covers a total geographical area of 305.44 hectares and falls under the 485226 pincode. Birsinghpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badkher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badkher
According to the 2011 Census, Badkher village had a total population of 1,781 people, including 934 males and 847 females, living in 370 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.69%, with male literacy at 78.70% and female literacy at 61.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 711, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 1,781 | 934 | 847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 117 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 711 | 372 | 339 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,090 | 643 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 691 | 291 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Badkher
Badkher is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badkher
Badkher is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badkher.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Birsinghpur to Badkher is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Badkher is about 40 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 Badkher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badkher 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Badkher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badkher 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 Badkher
Where is Badkher located?
Badkher village is located in Birsinghpur Tehsil, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badkher?
The Gram Panchayat of Badkher is Badkhera.
What is the pincode of Badkher?
The pincode of Badkher is 485226.
What is the population of Badkher?
Badkher had a total population of 1,781, including 934 males and 847 females.
How many households are there in Badkher?
Badkher had 370 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badkher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badkher was 70.69%. Male literacy was 78.70% and female literacy was 61.66%.