Badagaon - Lateri, Vidisha
Badagaon is a village situated in the Lateri tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lateri and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Semrameghnath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badagaon is 480595. The village covers a total geographical area of 519.59 hectares and falls under the 464114 pincode. Lateri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Badagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Badagaon village had a total population of 499 people, including 270 males and 229 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.62%, with male literacy at 13.16% and female literacy at 12.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 499 | 270 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 240 | 205 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolua Nauabad | West | 1.25 km |
| Mandkho | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Semara Meghnath | South | 2.28 km |
| Chainpura | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Firojganj | West | 3.01 km |
| Gola Kheda Khurd | East | 3.04 km |
| Sahar Kheda | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Daulatpura | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Sharifpur | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Gopalpur | East | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badagaon
Public transport in the Badagaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Penchi, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.8 km.
| 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 Lateri to Badagaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Badagaon is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 Lateri Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badagaon is Semrameghnath.
What is the pincode of Badagaon?
The pincode of Badagaon is 464114.
What is the population of Badagaon?
Badagaon had a total population of 499, including 270 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Badagaon?
Badagaon had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badagaon was 12.62%. Male literacy was 13.16% and female literacy was 12.00%.