Badhwani - Vijaypur, Sheopur
Badhwani is a village situated in the Vijaypur tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaypur and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Simrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhwani is 451430. The village covers a total geographical area of 2647 hectares and falls under the 476332 pincode. Vijaypur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Badhwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badhwani
According to the 2011 Census, Badhwani village had a total population of 179 people, including 94 males and 85 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.65%, with male literacy at 46.75% and female literacy at 37.29%.
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 | 179 | 94 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 17 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 36 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 58 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Badhwani
Badhwani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Iklaud | South | 4.22 km |
| Kathon | South-East | 4.89 km |
| Chimalwani | North-East | 5.09 km |
| Kamlapur | North | 5.30 km |
| Deori | North-West | 5.85 km |
| Raiyan | South-East | 7.26 km |
| Dulhawala | South-West | 7.39 km |
| Jhumka | North | 8.08 km |
| Nayagaon (gaswani) | North-East | 8.29 km |
| Beharda | South | 8.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badhwani
Badhwani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parakheda, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.7 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 Vijaypur to Badhwani is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Badhwani is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhwani 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 Badhwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhwani 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 Badhwani
Where is Badhwani located?
Badhwani village is located in Vijaypur Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhwani is Simrai.
What is the pincode of Badhwani?
The pincode of Badhwani is 476332.
What is the population of Badhwani?
Badhwani had a total population of 179, including 94 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Badhwani?
Badhwani had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhwani was 42.65%. Male literacy was 46.75% and female literacy was 37.29%.