Badauan - Konch, Jalaun
Badauan is a village situated in the Konch tehsil of Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Konch and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jalaun. Badauan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badauan is 151916. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.52 hectares and falls under the 285205 pincode. Konch is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Badauan 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 Madhaugarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalaun Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badauan
According to the 2011 Census, Badauan village had a total population of 721 people, including 402 males and 319 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 794 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.41%, with male literacy at 89.64% and female literacy at 71.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 206.
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 | 721 | 402 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 117 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 521 | 320 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 82 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Badauan
Badauan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karhiyapur | North-East | 0.92 km |
| Khoaha | South | 1.23 km |
| Harsanepura | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Keolari | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Bhedpura Madhavgarh | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Koripura Jalaun | East | 2.54 km |
| Biraura | West | 2.93 km |
| Gopalpur Jalaun | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Hindokhra | North | 2.96 km |
| Rawa | South | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badauan
Badauan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Konch, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Konch to Badauan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalaun to Badauan is about 45 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 Badauan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badauan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badauan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badauan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badauan
Where is Badauan located?
Badauan village is located in Konch Tehsil, Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badauan?
Badauan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badauan?
The pincode of Badauan is 285205.
What is the population of Badauan?
Badauan had a total population of 721, including 402 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Badauan?
Badauan had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badauan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badauan was 81.41%. Male literacy was 89.64% and female literacy was 71.02%.