Badgaon
Badgaon is a village located in Jhalda I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.8km away from sub-district headquarter Jhalda (tehsildar office) and 60.5km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Hensahatu is the gram panchayat of Badgaon village.
Badgaon has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Badgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badgaon is 331251. The village spans a total geographical area of 168.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723202. Jhalda is nearest town to Badgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Badgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Badgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 594 | 305 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 190 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 115 | 183 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Badgaon village:
- The total population of Badgaon village is around 594, including approximately 305 males and 289 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 91 children aged 0–6 years in Badgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Badgaon village has 100 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Badgaon village is about 49.83%, with male literacy at 62.30% and female literacy at 36.68%.
- There are around 122 households in Badgaon village.
Connectivity of Badgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Badgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Badgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badgaon
- Where is Badgaon located?
- Badgaon village is situated in Jhalda I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Badgaon is Hensahatu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Badgaon?
- The pincode of Badgaon is 723202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badgaon is 594, with 305 males and 289 females.
- How many households are there in Badgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badgaon village has a total of 122 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badgaon is 49.83%. The male literacy rate is 62.30%, while the female literacy rate is 36.68%.