Badaka - Adokgre, North Garo Hills
Badaka is a village situated in the Adokgre subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from Kharkutta and around 124 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badaka is 275027. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Kharkutta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badaka
According to the 2011 Census, Badaka village had a total population of 696 people, including 366 males and 330 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.26%, with male literacy at 95.62% and female literacy at 84.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 695.
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 | 696 | 366 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 69 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 695 | 365 | 330 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 284 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 82 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Badaka
Badaka 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 Badaka
Public transport in the Badaka is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Williamnagar to Badaka is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badaka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badaka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badaka
Where is Badaka located?
Badaka village is located in Adokgre Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Badaka?
The pincode of Badaka is 794110.
What is the population of Badaka?
Badaka had a total population of 696, including 366 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Badaka?
Badaka had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badaka was 90.26%. Male literacy was 95.62% and female literacy was 84.53%.