Badabandha - Athmallik, Angul
Badabandha is a village situated in the Athmallik tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Athmallik and around 95 km from Anugul . Aida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badabandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badabandha is 404864. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 759125 pincode. Athamallik is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Badabandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athmallik Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badabandha
As per Census 2011, Badabandha village has a total population of 180 people, consisting of 93 males and 87 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 105 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badabandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 180 | 93 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 54 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 62 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 31 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Badabandha
Badabandha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaurpur | East | 1.57 km |
| Jubarajpur | North | 1.98 km |
| Bhabanipur | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Purunakatak | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Lunibahal | North | 2.34 km |
| Manipur | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Kantiapadar | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Jajpur | South | 3.14 km |
| Musad | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Phuljhori | East | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badabandha
Public transport in the Badabandha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Saragipalli, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athamallik to Badabandha is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Badabandha is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badabandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badabandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badabandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badabandha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badabandha
Where is Badabandha located?
Badabandha village is located in Athmallik Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badabandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Badabandha is Aida.
What is the pincode of Badabandha?
The pincode of Badabandha is 759125.
What is the population of Badabandha?
Badabandha has a total population of 180, including 93 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Badabandha?
There are 46 households in Badabandha.
What is the literacy rate in Badabandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badabandha is 53.33%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 39.08%.