Badavanur - Uthangarai, Krishnagiri
Badavanur is a village situated in the Uthangarai taluka of Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uthangarai and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Krishnagiri. Gerigepalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badavanur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badavanur is 644220. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.83 hectares and falls under the 635306 pincode. Uthangarai is the nearest town.
Badavanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uthangarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnagiri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badavanur
According to the 2011 Census, Badavanur village had a total population of 834 people, including 407 males and 427 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.47%, with male literacy at 85.83% and female literacy at 73.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 834 | 407 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 604 | 315 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 92 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Badavanur
Badavanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gerigepally | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Pasandi | North | 1.10 km |
| Kanjanur | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Athiveereyampatti | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Mottur | East | 1.87 km |
| Kollapatti | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Gullampatti | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Kanganur | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Nagalpatti | North | 2.93 km |
| Onnagarai | South-West | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badavanur
Badavanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Samalpatti, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Krishnagiri to Badavanur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badavanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badavanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badavanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badavanur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badavanur
Where is Badavanur located?
Badavanur village is located in Uthangarai Taluka, Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badavanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Badavanur is Gerigepalli.
What is the pincode of Badavanur?
The pincode of Badavanur is 635306.
What is the population of Badavanur?
Badavanur had a total population of 834, including 407 males and 427 females.
How many households are there in Badavanur?
Badavanur had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badavanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badavanur was 79.47%. Male literacy was 85.83% and female literacy was 73.54%.