Badur - Vandavasi, Tiruvannamalai
Badur is a village situated in the Vandavasi taluka of Tiruvannamalai district, Tamil Nadu. Badhur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badur is 631562. The village covers a total geographical area of 615.64 hectares and falls under the 604403 pincode. Vandavasi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Badur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vandavasi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badur
As per Census 2011, Badur village has a total population of 1,868 people, consisting of 922 males and 946 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,132 literate and 736 illiterate residents. Additionally, 991 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,868 | 922 | 946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 88 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 991 | 480 | 511 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,132 | 613 | 519 |
| Illiterate Population | 736 | 309 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Badur
Badur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ammanambakkam | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Kalpattu Nainankuppam | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Badur R.f. | South | 1.91 km |
| Adiyankuppam | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Eyipakkam | South | 2.53 km |
| Adiyanur | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Veliambakkam | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Venmandai | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Seeyalam | East | 3.39 km |
| Kavaniyathur | South-West | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badur
Badur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tozhuppedu, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 8 |
| 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 Vandavasi to Badur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badur
Where is Badur located?
Badur village is located in Vandavasi Taluka, Tiruvannamalai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badur?
The Gram Panchayat of Badur is Badhur.
What is the pincode of Badur?
The pincode of Badur is 604403.
What is the population of Badur?
Badur has a total population of 1,868, including 922 males and 946 females.
How many households are there in Badur?
There are 478 households in Badur.
What is the literacy rate in Badur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badur is 60.60%. Male literacy is 66.49% and female literacy is 54.86%.