Badagaon - Khacharod, Ujjain
Badagaon is a village situated in the Khacharod tehsil of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khacharod and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Ujjain. Badagaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badagaon is 471142. The village covers a total geographical area of 1495.2 hectares and falls under the 456337 pincode. Khacharod is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Badagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badagaon
As per Census 2011, Badagaon village has a total population of 3,544 people, consisting of 1,837 males and 1,707 females. The village has 653 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 518 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,758 literate and 1,786 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,032 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,544 | 1,837 | 1,707 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 518 | 266 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,032 | 527 | 505 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,758 | 1,102 | 656 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,786 | 735 | 1,051 |
Nearby Villages of Badagaon
Badagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madgani | East | 2.27 km |
| Bagedi | West | 2.31 km |
| Jalwal | North | 2.58 km |
| Gidawada | East | 2.81 km |
| Sandawda | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Khamariya | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Chandwasla | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Sandla | South | 3.79 km |
| Bachhakhedi | West | 4.16 km |
| Bhilsuda | North | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badagaon
Badagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Piploda Bagla, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khacharod to Badagaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ujjain to Badagaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badagaon 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 Badagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badagaon 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 Badagaon
Where is Badagaon located?
Badagaon village is located in Khacharod Tehsil, Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badagaon?
Badagaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badagaon?
The pincode of Badagaon is 456337.
What is the population of Badagaon?
Badagaon has a total population of 3,544, including 1,837 males and 1,707 females.
How many households are there in Badagaon?
There are 653 households in Badagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Badagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badagaon is 49.60%. Male literacy is 59.99% and female literacy is 38.43%.