Badgawan - Kunda, Pratapgarh
Badgawan is a village situated in the Kunda tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunda and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Badgawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgawan is 158279. The village covers a total geographical area of 235.03 hectares and falls under the 230204 pincode. Kunda is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Badgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Babaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Badgawan village had a total population of 2,494 people, including 1,227 males and 1,267 females, living in 399 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.20%, with male literacy at 85.78% and female literacy at 57.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 680.
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 | 2,494 | 1,227 | 1,267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 172 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 680 | 325 | 355 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,528 | 905 | 623 |
| Illiterate Population | 966 | 322 | 644 |
Nearby Villages of Badgawan
Badgawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purerama | North | 1.31 km |
| Pritampur | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Tikait Nagar | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Ray Askaranpur | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Athaisa | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Pure Dayal | West | 1.92 km |
| Patana | East | 2.21 km |
| Saraysat Bhama Garibi | North | 2.23 km |
| Pure Maniram | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Bhairavpur | North | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badgawan
Badgawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kunda Harnamganj, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Kunda to Badgawan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pratapgarh to Badgawan is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badgawan
Where is Badgawan located?
Badgawan village is located in Kunda Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badgawan?
Badgawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badgawan?
The pincode of Badgawan is 230204.
What is the population of Badgawan?
Badgawan had a total population of 2,494, including 1,227 males and 1,267 females.
How many households are there in Badgawan?
Badgawan had 399 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgawan was 71.20%. Male literacy was 85.78% and female literacy was 57.10%.