Badahar - Kaniha, Angul
Badahar is a village situated in the Kaniha tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Kaniha and around 50 km from Anugul . Santribeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badahar is 403825. The village covers a total geographical area of 281 hectares and falls under the 759117 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Badahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talcher Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badahar
As per Census 2011, Badahar village has a total population of 417 people, consisting of 211 males and 206 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 319 literate and 98 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badahar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 417 | 211 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 166 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 45 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Badahar
Badahar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuhnapal | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Ranjagol | East | 1.60 km |
| Baghabaspur | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Sanahar | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Haripradhanpur | West | 2.37 km |
| Parabeda | South | 2.37 km |
| Chitalpur | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Badakathia | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Sanatribida | North | 2.90 km |
| Banabaspur | South | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badahar
Badahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Angul, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Talcher to Badahar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Badahar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badahar
Where is Badahar located?
Badahar village is located in Kaniha Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Badahar is Santribeda.
What is the pincode of Badahar?
The pincode of Badahar is 759117.
What is the population of Badahar?
Badahar has a total population of 417, including 211 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Badahar?
There are 118 households in Badahar.
What is the literacy rate in Badahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badahar is 76.50%. Male literacy is 78.67% and female literacy is 74.27%.