Badchergaon - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Badchergaon is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from Kegaon and around 34 km from Bhawanipatna. Badachergaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badchergaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badchergaon is 423680. The village covers a total geographical area of 636 hectares and falls under the 766011 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Badchergaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badchergaon
According to the 2011 Census, Badchergaon village had a total population of 1,616 people, including 761 males and 855 females, living in 428 households. The sex ratio was 1,124 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.69%, with male literacy at 53.52% and female literacy at 36.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 414, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 431.
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 | 1,616 | 761 | 855 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 107 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 414 | 194 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 431 | 209 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 619 | 350 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 997 | 411 | 586 |
Nearby Villages of Badchergaon
Badchergaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garagaba | East | 1.59 km |
| Karlagaon (kalagaon) | South | 1.93 km |
| Chahaka | North | 2.82 km |
| Latabanji | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Meramahul | South | 3.08 km |
| Ramchandrapur | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Dhanramal | North | 3.61 km |
| Jhinkipadar | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Sialjhudangi (sihaljodi) | North | 3.88 km |
| Phatamunda | South | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badchergaon
Badchergaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhawanipatna, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.0 km.
| 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 Junagarh to Badchergaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Badchergaon is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badchergaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badchergaon 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Badchergaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badchergaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badchergaon
Where is Badchergaon located?
Badchergaon village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badchergaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badchergaon is Badachergaon.
What is the pincode of Badchergaon?
The pincode of Badchergaon is 766011.
What is the population of Badchergaon?
Badchergaon had a total population of 1,616, including 761 males and 855 females.
How many households are there in Badchergaon?
Badchergaon had 428 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badchergaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badchergaon was 44.69%. Male literacy was 53.52% and female literacy was 36.80%.