Bahadakani - Pallahara, Angul
Bahadakani is a village situated in the Pallahara tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Khamar and around 82 km from Anugul . Badasada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahadakani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahadakani is 403569. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 759118 pincode. Palalahada is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Bahadakani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pallahara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahadakani
According to the 2011 Census, Bahadakani village had a total population of 224 people, including 110 males and 114 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.50%, with male literacy at 82.11% and female literacy at 52.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 117.
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 | 224 | 110 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 51 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 78 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 32 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Bahadakani
Bahadakani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bahadakani
Public transport in the Bahadakani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palalahada to Bahadakani is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Bahadakani is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahadakani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahadakani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bahadakani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahadakani 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 Bahadakani
Where is Bahadakani located?
Bahadakani village is located in Pallahara Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahadakani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahadakani is Badasada.
What is the pincode of Bahadakani?
The pincode of Bahadakani is 759118.
What is the population of Bahadakani?
Bahadakani had a total population of 224, including 110 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Bahadakani?
Bahadakani had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahadakani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahadakani was 66.50%. Male literacy was 82.11% and female literacy was 52.38%.