Badagau - Tulsipur, Balrampur
Badagau is a village situated in the Tulsipur tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tulsipur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Badagau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badagau is 173724. The village covers a total geographical area of 297.19 hectares and falls under the 271208 pincode. Pachpedawa is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Badagau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gainsari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shrawasti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badagau
According to the 2011 Census, Badagau village had a total population of 1,809 people, including 954 males and 855 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.93%, with male literacy at 67.30% and female literacy at 49.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 1,809 | 954 | 855 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 159 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 55 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 874 | 535 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 935 | 419 | 516 |
Nearby Villages of Badagau
Badagau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narayanpur Thumhwaa | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Motinager | West | 1.43 km |
| Bargadwa Saif | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Natahwa | North | 1.88 km |
| Shankerpur Kalan | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Turkaulia | South | 2.62 km |
| Narayanpur Jurwaniya | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Harnahwa Parsiya | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Manoharapur | West | 2.92 km |
| Achkawapur | South | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badagau
Badagau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Trilokpur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachpedawa to Badagau is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Badagau is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badagau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badagau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badagau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badagau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badagau
Where is Badagau located?
Badagau village is located in Tulsipur Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badagau?
Badagau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badagau?
The pincode of Badagau is 271208.
What is the population of Badagau?
Badagau had a total population of 1,809, including 954 males and 855 females.
How many households are there in Badagau?
Badagau had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badagau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badagau was 58.93%. Male literacy was 67.30% and female literacy was 49.27%.