Badabanda - Nandigam, Srikakulam
Badabanda is a village situated in the Nandigam mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandigam and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Sivarampuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badabanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badabanda is 580682. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 532204 pincode. Palasa Kasibugga is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Badabanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badabanda
According to the 2011 Census, Badabanda village had a total population of 291 people, including 154 males and 137 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.91%, with male literacy at 83.08% and female literacy at 64.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 291 | 154 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 24 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 108 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 46 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Badabanda
Badabanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sivarampuram | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Lakkidasupuram | West | 1.63 km |
| Mondrayavalasa | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Venugopalapuram | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Bharanigam | East | 2.22 km |
| Booragam | South | 2.26 km |
| Pentavooru | North | 2.28 km |
| Nandigam | North | 2.32 km |
| Dimilada | West | 2.51 km |
| Devada | East | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badabanda
Badabanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Routhpuram Halt, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 146.6 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palasa Kasibugga to Badabanda is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Badabanda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badabanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badabanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badabanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badabanda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badabanda
Where is Badabanda located?
Badabanda village is located in Nandigam Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badabanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badabanda is Sivarampuram.
What is the pincode of Badabanda?
The pincode of Badabanda is 532204.
What is the population of Badabanda?
Badabanda had a total population of 291, including 154 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Badabanda?
Badabanda had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badabanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badabanda was 73.91%. Male literacy was 83.08% and female literacy was 64.23%.