Badram - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Badram is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Badram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badram is 503406. The village covers a total geographical area of 449.53 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Badram 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 Badram
According to the 2011 Census, Badram village had a total population of 665 people, including 340 males and 325 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.87%, with male literacy at 81.31% and female literacy at 47.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 92.
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 | 665 | 340 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 51 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 235 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 105 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Badram
Badram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deeghar Khurd | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Khaidar | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Gadwa (garhwa) | West | 2.76 km |
| Rajabar | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Padri Khurd | North | 2.94 km |
| Deeghar Kalan | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Atraila (rajghat) | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Badgadi | South | 3.26 km |
| Tamai | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Kekrai | South-West | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badram
Badram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khuldil Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.1 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 Singrauli to Badram is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Badram is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badram 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badram
Where is Badram located?
Badram village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badram?
Badram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badram?
The pincode of Badram is 486882.
What is the population of Badram?
Badram had a total population of 665, including 340 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Badram?
Badram had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badram was 64.87%. Male literacy was 81.31% and female literacy was 47.21%.