Badahra Kot - Utraula, Balrampur
Badahra Kot is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Badahra Kot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badahra Kot is 173906. The village covers a total geographical area of 440.85 hectares and falls under the 271306 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Badahra Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Utraula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badahra Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Badahra Kot village had a total population of 3,890 people, including 1,999 males and 1,891 females, living in 570 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.24%, with male literacy at 56.87% and female literacy at 31.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 345.
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 | 3,890 | 1,999 | 1,891 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 780 | 420 | 360 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 345 | 170 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,376 | 898 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,514 | 1,101 | 1,413 |
Nearby Villages of Badahra Kot
Badahra Kot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramawapur Kalan | North | 0.85 km |
| Jogiveer | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Rengava | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Deoria Mainaha | South | 1.54 km |
| Ramawapur Khurd | North | 1.78 km |
| Raigai | North | 1.94 km |
| Purainia Jat | East | 2.15 km |
| Panawapur | North | 2.31 km |
| Padari Ramnath | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Takhtarwa | South-West | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badahra Kot
Badahra Kot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gainjahwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Utraula to Badahra Kot is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Badahra Kot is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badahra Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badahra Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badahra Kot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badahra Kot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badahra Kot
Where is Badahra Kot located?
Badahra Kot village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badahra Kot?
Badahra Kot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badahra Kot?
The pincode of Badahra Kot is 271306.
What is the population of Badahra Kot?
Badahra Kot had a total population of 3,890, including 1,999 males and 1,891 females.
How many households are there in Badahra Kot?
Badahra Kot had 570 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badahra Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badahra Kot was 44.24%. Male literacy was 56.87% and female literacy was 31.22%.