Badgad - Mada, Singrauli
Badgad is a village situated in the Mada tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Singrauli and around 30 km from Singrauli. Badgad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgad is 504091. The village covers a total geographical area of 675.73 hectares and falls under the 486881 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Devsar 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 2,370 people, including 1,194 males and 1,176 females, living in 440 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.70%, with male literacy at 73.17% and female literacy at 43.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 204, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 890.
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 | 2,370 | 1,194 | 1,176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 503 | 251 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 106 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 890 | 448 | 442 |
| Literate Population | 1,096 | 690 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,274 | 504 | 770 |
Nearby Villages of Badgad
Badgad 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 Badgad
Badgad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 30 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badgad
Where is Badgad located?
Badgad village is located in Mada 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 486881.
What is the population of Badgad?
Badgad had a total population of 2,370, including 1,194 males and 1,176 females.
How many households are there in Badgad?
Badgad had 440 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badgad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgad was 58.70%. Male literacy was 73.17% and female literacy was 43.94%.