Badganwa - Badnagar, Ujjain
Badganwa is a village situated in the Badnagar tehsil of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badnagar and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Ujjain. Badganwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badganwa is 472018. The village covers a total geographical area of 1073.8 hectares and falls under the 456776 pincode. Badnagar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Badganwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ujjain Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badganwa
According to the 2011 Census, Badganwa village had a total population of 1,916 people, including 952 males and 964 females, living in 361 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.09%, with male literacy at 96.22% and female literacy at 84.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 321.
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 | 1,916 | 952 | 964 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 131 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 321 | 162 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 1,491 | 790 | 701 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 162 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Badganwa
Badganwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maswadiyadhar | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Sinod | North | 2.95 km |
| Khedawada | East | 2.98 km |
| Gajnikhedi | South | 3.29 km |
| Malgaondi | South-East | 4.04 km |
| Nauganwa | East | 4.78 km |
| Dhikwa | North-West | 4.86 km |
| Berchha | North-West | 5.40 km |
| Laptiya | North | 5.72 km |
| Nakuchakhedi | South-East | 6.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badganwa
Badganwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Runija, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badnagar to Badganwa is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ujjain to Badganwa is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badganwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badganwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badganwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badganwa 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 Badganwa
Where is Badganwa located?
Badganwa village is located in Badnagar Tehsil, Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badganwa?
Badganwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badganwa?
The pincode of Badganwa is 456776.
What is the population of Badganwa?
Badganwa had a total population of 1,916, including 952 males and 964 females.
How many households are there in Badganwa?
Badganwa had 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badganwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badganwa was 90.09%. Male literacy was 96.22% and female literacy was 84.05%.