Bada Gaon

Bada Gaon (literally "Big Village" in Hindi) is a term used in India to refer to a larger village, often one that serves as a local hub or central place for surrounding smaller villages. The term implies a degree of economic activity, infrastructure, or population that distinguishes it from smaller, more isolated rural settlements.

While not a formal administrative designation, "Bada Gaon" suggests a village might have better access to services like schools, hospitals, markets, and transportation connections. It often possesses a more diverse range of shops and businesses compared to smaller villages. The term can also imply a greater degree of social and political influence within the local area.

The use of "Bada Gaon" is context-dependent and varies regionally. There are no specific demographic or infrastructural thresholds that universally define what constitutes a "Bada Gaon." The distinction is generally relative to the other villages in a particular region. The term is commonly used informally in conversation and local government contexts to differentiate larger, more developed villages from smaller, less developed ones. It is not typically found in official census data or formal administrative documents.