Badhava - Meja, Prayagraj
Badhava is a village situated in the Meja tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. Badhava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhava is 163219. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.77 hectares and falls under the 212302 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town.
Badhava 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 Meja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Allahabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhava
According to the 2011 Census, Badhava village had a total population of 2,531 people, including 1,357 males and 1,174 females, living in 418 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.61%, with male literacy at 86.19% and female literacy at 58.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 413.
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 | 2,531 | 1,357 | 1,174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 177 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 413 | 224 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,601 | 1,017 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 930 | 340 | 590 |
Nearby Villages of Badhava
Badhava 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khara | South | 1.27 km |
| Pausiya Dube | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Delaunha | East | 1.36 km |
| Hathsara | West | 1.49 km |
| Kathauli | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Lutar | South | 2.09 km |
| Jaima | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Kathar | North | 2.21 km |
| Gaura | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Viswanathpur | East | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badhava
Badhava is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Meja Road, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.1 km.
| 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 |
Banking and Postal Services in Badhava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhava 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 Badhava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badhava
Where is Badhava located?
Badhava village is located in Meja Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badhava?
Badhava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badhava?
The pincode of Badhava is 212302.
What is the population of Badhava?
Badhava had a total population of 2,531, including 1,357 males and 1,174 females.
How many households are there in Badhava?
Badhava had 418 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhava was 73.61%. Male literacy was 86.19% and female literacy was 58.69%.