Badhnai - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Badhnai is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Geer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhnai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhnai is 503549. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.21 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Badhnai 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 Badhnai
As per Census 2011, Badhnai village has a total population of 1,034 people, consisting of 513 males and 521 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 288 literate and 746 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 568 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badhnai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,034 | 513 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 84 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 568 | 269 | 299 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 168 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 746 | 345 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Badhnai
Badhnai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karlo | North | 2.33 km |
| Budhadand | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Geer | East | 3.56 km |
| Dhilari | West | 4.19 km |
| Saraha | South-East | 4.26 km |
| Sundar | North-East | 4.40 km |
| Godawar | North-East | 5.38 km |
| Bairdah | North-West | 5.82 km |
| Bodi | South | 5.93 km |
| Bamhani | South-West | 6.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badhnai
Badhnai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bargawan, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.8 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 Singrauli to Badhnai is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhnai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhnai 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 Badhnai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhnai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badhnai
Where is Badhnai located?
Badhnai village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhnai?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhnai is Geer.
What is the pincode of Badhnai?
The pincode of Badhnai is 486882.
What is the population of Badhnai?
Badhnai has a total population of 1,034, including 513 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Badhnai?
There are 186 households in Badhnai.
What is the literacy rate in Badhnai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhnai is 27.85%. Male literacy is 32.75% and female literacy is 23.03%.