Badanpur Karkha - Shikohabad, Firozabad
Badanpur Karkha is a village situated in the Shikohabad tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shikohabad and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Firozabad. Badanpur Karkha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badanpur Karkha is 126000. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.76 hectares and falls under the 283145 pincode. Firozabad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badanpur Karkha 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 Shikohabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badanpur Karkha
According to the 2011 Census, Badanpur Karkha village had a total population of 1,435 people, including 764 males and 671 females, living in 228 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.01%, with male literacy at 90.46% and female literacy at 63.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100.
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 | 1,435 | 764 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 83 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 979 | 616 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 148 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Badanpur Karkha
Badanpur Karkha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salempur Bariar Mau | West | 0.91 km |
| Dharau Himmatpur | North | 1.06 km |
| Kutakpur Harganpur | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Rasulpur | East | 1.51 km |
| Bariyarmau | East | 1.74 km |
| Ranipur | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Aimadidauli | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Ghadhau | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Jhangirpurgalrai | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Alampur Anandipur | West | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badanpur Karkha
Public transport in the Badanpur Karkha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shikohabad Jn, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Firozabad to Badanpur Karkha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Firozabad to Badanpur Karkha is about 13 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 Badanpur Karkha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badanpur Karkha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badanpur Karkha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badanpur Karkha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badanpur Karkha
Where is Badanpur Karkha located?
Badanpur Karkha village is located in Shikohabad Tehsil, Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badanpur Karkha?
Badanpur Karkha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badanpur Karkha?
The pincode of Badanpur Karkha is 283145.
What is the population of Badanpur Karkha?
Badanpur Karkha had a total population of 1,435, including 764 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Badanpur Karkha?
Badanpur Karkha had 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badanpur Karkha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badanpur Karkha was 78.01%. Male literacy was 90.46% and female literacy was 63.24%.