Badora - Karera, Shivpuri
Badora is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karera and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Badora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badora is 455675. The village covers a total geographical area of 1315 hectares and falls under the 473660 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Badora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badora
As per Census 2011, Badora village has a total population of 3,157 people, consisting of 1,683 males and 1,474 females. The village has 694 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 460 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,406 literate and 1,751 illiterate residents. Additionally, 514 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 174 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,157 | 1,683 | 1,474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 245 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 266 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 90 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 1,406 | 988 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,751 | 695 | 1,056 |
Nearby Villages of Badora
Badora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rehargawan | West | 3.07 km |
| Dhuai | South | 3.34 km |
| Kherai | East | 3.39 km |
| Sirsona | West | 3.71 km |
| Jujhai Karera | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Teela | North-East | 4.29 km |
| Bamaur Damron | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Tidhari | South-West | 5.14 km |
| Maniyar | South | 6.06 km |
| Dabra Karera | North-East | 6.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badora
Badora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Burhpura, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.7 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 Karera to Badora is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Badora is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badora
Where is Badora located?
Badora village is located in Karera Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badora?
Badora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badora?
The pincode of Badora is 473660.
What is the population of Badora?
Badora has a total population of 3,157, including 1,683 males and 1,474 females.
How many households are there in Badora?
There are 694 households in Badora.
What is the literacy rate in Badora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badora is 44.54%. Male literacy is 58.70% and female literacy is 28.36%.