Badkadol - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Badkadol is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Badkadol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badkadol is 501129. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.55 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Jaisinghnagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Badkadol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badkadol
According to the 2011 Census, Badkadol village had a total population of 488 people, including 241 males and 247 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.90%, with male literacy at 72.41% and female literacy at 47.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 374.
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 | 488 | 241 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 374 | 192 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 147 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 94 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Badkadol
Badkadol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kusmi | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Ghirghori | East | 1.55 km |
| Amajhiriya | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Serimar | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Nakti Tola | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Barhi Kachhar | East | 2.87 km |
| Dhanehara | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Baghadol | West | 3.27 km |
| Naudhiya | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Amjhor | South | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badkadol
Badkadol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Duvri Kalan, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.9 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 Jaisinghnagar to Badkadol is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Badkadol is about 60 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 Badkadol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badkadol 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badkadol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badkadol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badkadol
Where is Badkadol located?
Badkadol village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badkadol?
Badkadol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badkadol?
The pincode of Badkadol is 484771.
What is the population of Badkadol?
Badkadol had a total population of 488, including 241 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Badkadol?
Badkadol had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badkadol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badkadol was 59.90%. Male literacy was 72.41% and female literacy was 47.87%.