Badkhola - Ashta, Sehore
Badkhola is a village situated in the Ashta tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashta and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Badkhola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badkhola is 483044. The village covers a total geographical area of 666.98 hectares and falls under the 466116 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Badkhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badkhola
As per Census 2011, Badkhola village has a total population of 1,298 people, consisting of 656 males and 642 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 543 literate and 755 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 533 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badkhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,298 | 656 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 135 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 98 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 533 | 263 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 338 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 755 | 318 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Badkhola
Badkhola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amkhedi | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Jssupura | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Deogarh | North | 2.24 km |
| Barkhedi (mewati) | West | 2.27 km |
| Pili Karar Khurd | North | 3.04 km |
| Manirampura | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Jhikdi (mewati) | West | 3.25 km |
| Satal | East | 3.49 km |
| Rolagaon | North | 4.25 km |
| Bhatpura | North-West | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badkhola
Public transport in the Badkhola is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baktal, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.3 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 Ashta to Badkhola is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Badkhola is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badkhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badkhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badkhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badkhola 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 Badkhola
Where is Badkhola located?
Badkhola village is located in Ashta Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badkhola?
Badkhola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badkhola?
The pincode of Badkhola is 466116.
What is the population of Badkhola?
Badkhola has a total population of 1,298, including 656 males and 642 females.
How many households are there in Badkhola?
There are 269 households in Badkhola.
What is the literacy rate in Badkhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badkhola is 41.83%. Male literacy is 51.52% and female literacy is 31.93%.