Badanidiyur - Udupi
Badanidiyur is a village situated in the Udupi taluka of Udupi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from Udupi, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Badanidiyur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badanidiyur is 608812. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.8 hectares and falls under the 576115 pincode. Udupi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badanidiyur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udupi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badanidiyur
As per Census 2011, Badanidiyur village has a total population of 4,018 people, consisting of 1,857 males and 2,161 females. The village has 895 households and a sex ratio of 1,163 females per 1,000 males. There are 357 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,294 literate and 724 illiterate residents. Additionally, 336 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badanidiyur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,018 | 1,857 | 2,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 169 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 139 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 3,294 | 1,581 | 1,713 |
| Illiterate Population | 724 | 276 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Badanidiyur
Badanidiyur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tenkanidyoor (ct) | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Paduthonse | North | 2.90 km |
| Baikady | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Haradi | North | 5.01 km |
| Uppoor | East | 6.06 km |
| Varamballi (ct) | North-East | 6.66 km |
| 52 Heroor (ct) | North-East | 6.75 km |
| Balkudru | North | 6.91 km |
| Kumragod | North | 8.11 km |
| Chanthar | North-East | 8.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badanidiyur
Badanidiyur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Udupi, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udupi to Badanidiyur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badanidiyur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badanidiyur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badanidiyur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badanidiyur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badanidiyur
Where is Badanidiyur located?
Badanidiyur village is located in Udupi Taluka, Udupi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badanidiyur?
Badanidiyur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badanidiyur?
The pincode of Badanidiyur is 576115.
What is the population of Badanidiyur?
Badanidiyur has a total population of 4,018, including 1,857 males and 2,161 females.
How many households are there in Badanidiyur?
There are 895 households in Badanidiyur.
What is the literacy rate in Badanidiyur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badanidiyur is 81.98%. Male literacy is 85.14% and female literacy is 79.27%.