Badgada - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Badgada is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Kushahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badgada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgada is 503445. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.56 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Badgada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgada
According to the 2011 Census, Badgada village had a total population of 995 people, including 524 males and 471 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.68%, with male literacy at 88.34% and female literacy at 61.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 247, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 65.
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 | 995 | 524 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 78 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 129 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 394 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 130 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Badgada
Badgada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badgada
Badgada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Singrauli to Badgada is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Badgada is about 102 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 Badgada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badgada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgada 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 Badgada
Where is Badgada located?
Badgada village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badgada?
The Gram Panchayat of Badgada is Kushahi.
What is the pincode of Badgada?
The pincode of Badgada is 486882.
What is the population of Badgada?
Badgada had a total population of 995, including 524 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Badgada?
Badgada had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badgada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgada was 75.68%. Male literacy was 88.34% and female literacy was 61.60%.