Badarkha - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Badarkha is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Badrakha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badarkha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badarkha is 456210. The village covers a total geographical area of 460.1 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Badarkha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badarkha
As per Census 2011, Badarkha village has a total population of 2,889 people, consisting of 1,596 males and 1,293 females. The village has 538 households and a sex ratio of 810 females per 1,000 males. There are 494 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,441 literate and 1,448 illiterate residents. Additionally, 559 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 315 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badarkha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,889 | 1,596 | 1,293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 494 | 272 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 559 | 322 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 315 | 162 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 1,441 | 964 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,448 | 632 | 816 |
Nearby Villages of Badarkha
Badarkha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devgarh | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Masuda | North | 2.67 km |
| Bilrai | South | 3.23 km |
| Sujawani | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Pareshwar | West | 3.91 km |
| Gochoni | North-West | 4.70 km |
| Chhitipur | North | 4.92 km |
| Chandu Pahadi | South | 5.21 km |
| Karar Kheda | South-West | 5.36 km |
| Kurrol | North-West | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badarkha
Badarkha 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 87.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Pichhore to Badarkha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Badarkha is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badarkha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badarkha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badarkha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badarkha 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 Badarkha
Where is Badarkha located?
Badarkha village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badarkha?
The Gram Panchayat of Badarkha is Badrakha.
What is the pincode of Badarkha?
The pincode of Badarkha is 473995.
What is the population of Badarkha?
Badarkha has a total population of 2,889, including 1,596 males and 1,293 females.
How many households are there in Badarkha?
There are 538 households in Badarkha.
What is the literacy rate in Badarkha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badarkha is 49.88%. Male literacy is 60.40% and female literacy is 36.89%.