Badwar - Kerakat, Jaunpur
Badwar is a village situated in the Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kerakat and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Matiyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badwar is 203061. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.48 hectares and falls under the 222170 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Badwar 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 Kerakat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badwar
According to the 2011 Census, Badwar village had a total population of 527 people, including 245 males and 282 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,151 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.50%, with male literacy at 81.90% and female literacy at 64.48%.
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 | 527 | 245 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 181 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 64 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Badwar
Badwar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badwar
Badwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Badwar.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaunpur to Badwar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Badwar is about 20 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 Badwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badwar 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Badwar
Where is Badwar located?
Badwar village is located in Kerakat Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Badwar is Matiyari.
What is the pincode of Badwar?
The pincode of Badwar is 222170.
What is the population of Badwar?
Badwar had a total population of 527, including 245 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Badwar?
Badwar had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badwar was 72.50%. Male literacy was 81.90% and female literacy was 64.48%.