Badgad - Dudhamania, Singrauli
Badgad is a village situated in the Dudhamania tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from Chitrangi and around 40 km from Singrauli. Badgad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgad is 503623. The village covers a total geographical area of 762.64 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Badgad 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 Badgad
According to the 2011 Census, Badgad village had a total population of 1,796 people, including 912 males and 884 females, living in 333 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.04%, with male literacy at 41.69% and female literacy at 26.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,706.
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 | 1,796 | 912 | 884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 214 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,706 | 867 | 839 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 291 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,328 | 621 | 707 |
Nearby Villages of Badgad
Badgad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamtihawa | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Bagaiya | West | 4.26 km |
| Saketi | North-East | 4.97 km |
| Gawardehi | South-West | 5.61 km |
| Bhos (bhoshe) | East | 5.80 km |
| Kapurdehi | North | 5.87 km |
| Katrihar | East | 6.10 km |
| Sirgudi | South-East | 6.15 km |
| Ajgudh | South | 6.27 km |
| Bairihawa | South | 6.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badgad
Public transport in the Badgad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karaila Road Jn, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Badgad is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badgad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgad 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 Badgad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgad 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 Badgad
Where is Badgad located?
Badgad village is located in Dudhamania Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badgad?
Badgad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badgad?
The pincode of Badgad is 486882.
What is the population of Badgad?
Badgad had a total population of 1,796, including 912 males and 884 females.
How many households are there in Badgad?
Badgad had 333 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badgad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgad was 34.04%. Male literacy was 41.69% and female literacy was 26.14%.