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
As per Census 2011, Badram village has a total population of 665 people, consisting of 340 males and 325 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 362 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 665 | 340 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 51 | 56 |
| 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 has a total population of 665, including 340 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Badram?
There are 131 households in Badram.
What is the literacy rate in Badram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badram is 54.44%. Male literacy is 69.12% and female literacy is 39.08%.