Badher - Shamshabad, Vidisha
Badher is a village situated in the Shamshabad tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamshabad and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Badher village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badher is 481506. The village covers a total geographical area of 1093.61 hectares and falls under the 464111 pincode. Sironj is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Badher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badher
According to the 2011 Census, Badher village had a total population of 1,615 people, including 859 males and 756 females, living in 343 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.14%, with male literacy at 62.87% and female literacy at 43.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 136.
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 | 1,615 | 859 | 756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 156 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 74 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 700 | 442 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 915 | 417 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Badher
Badher 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gokalpur | South | 1.86 km |
| Chitawar | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Sadher | South | 3.80 km |
| Pura Jagir | South-West | 3.98 km |
| Hafiznagar | North-East | 4.01 km |
| Kankarkhedi Kalan | East | 4.30 km |
| Hinotia Mali | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Chhirari | West | 4.56 km |
| Mohammadgarh | West | 4.73 km |
| Sugna Khedi | North | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badher
Badher is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ganj Basoda, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sironj to Badher is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Badher is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badher 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badher 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 Badher
Where is Badher located?
Badher village is located in Shamshabad Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badher?
Badher is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badher?
The pincode of Badher is 464111.
What is the population of Badher?
Badher had a total population of 1,615, including 859 males and 756 females.
How many households are there in Badher?
Badher had 343 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badher was 54.14%. Male literacy was 62.87% and female literacy was 43.73%.