Badagumijaru - Moodubidire, Dakshina Kannada
Badagumijaru is a village situated in the Moodubidire taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 32 km from Mangalore and around 32 km from Mangalore. Tenkamijar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badagumijaru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badagumijaru is 617454. The village covers a total geographical area of 1134.04 hectares and falls under the 574225 pincode. Mudbidri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badagumijaru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Moodabidri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badagumijaru
As per Census 2011, Badagumijaru village has a total population of 3,430 people, consisting of 1,763 males and 1,667 females. The village has 661 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,849 literate and 581 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badagumijaru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,430 | 1,763 | 1,667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 143 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 2,849 | 1,526 | 1,323 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 237 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Badagumijaru
Badagumijaru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tenkamijar | South | 2.35 km |
| Puthige | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Muchur | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Niddodi | West | 4.63 km |
| Thodaru | East | 4.78 km |
| Kallamundkooru | North-West | 4.80 km |
| Badagayedapadavu | South-East | 4.95 km |
| Kompadavu | South-West | 5.25 km |
| Paladka | North | 6.90 km |
| Tenkayedapadavu | South | 6.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badagumijaru
Badagumijaru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mulki, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mudbidri to Badagumijaru is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Badagumijaru is about 32 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 Badagumijaru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badagumijaru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badagumijaru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badagumijaru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badagumijaru
Where is Badagumijaru located?
Badagumijaru village is located in Moodubidire Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badagumijaru?
The Gram Panchayat of Badagumijaru is Tenkamijar.
What is the pincode of Badagumijaru?
The pincode of Badagumijaru is 574225.
What is the population of Badagumijaru?
Badagumijaru has a total population of 3,430, including 1,763 males and 1,667 females.
How many households are there in Badagumijaru?
There are 661 households in Badagumijaru.
What is the literacy rate in Badagumijaru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badagumijaru is 83.06%. Male literacy is 86.56% and female literacy is 79.36%.