Badnaur - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Badnaur is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Badnore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badnaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badnaur is 495922. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.11 hectares and falls under the 480886 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Badnaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badnaur
As per Census 2011, Badnaur village has a total population of 806 people, consisting of 412 males and 394 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 499 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badnaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 806 | 412 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 283 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 129 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Badnaur
Badnaur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raichaur | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Jogigupha | East | 1.53 km |
| Sahajpuri | West | 2.57 km |
| Khairi Ryt. | South | 3.15 km |
| Payali | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Gungwara | West | 3.49 km |
| Mandai | North | 3.78 km |
| Saliwada | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Dhauriya | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Bhensanwahi | East | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badnaur
Badnaur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palari, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhnadon to Badnaur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Badnaur is about 61 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 Badnaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badnaur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badnaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badnaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badnaur
Where is Badnaur located?
Badnaur village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badnaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Badnaur is Badnore.
What is the pincode of Badnaur?
The pincode of Badnaur is 480886.
What is the population of Badnaur?
Badnaur has a total population of 806, including 412 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Badnaur?
There are 155 households in Badnaur.
What is the literacy rate in Badnaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badnaur is 61.91%. Male literacy is 68.69% and female literacy is 54.82%.