Badakheta - Angul
Badakheta is a village situated in the Angul tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 48 km from Purunakot and around 48 km from Anugul . Purunakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badakheta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badakheta is 405164. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 759132 pincode. Anugul is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Badakheta 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 Badakheta
As per Census 2011, Badakheta village has a total population of 114 people, consisting of 58 males and 56 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badakheta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 28 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 30 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Badakheta
Badakheta 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 Badakheta
Public transport in the Badakheta is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Anugul to Badakheta is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badakheta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badakheta 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badakheta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badakheta 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 Badakheta
Where is Badakheta located?
Badakheta village is located in Angul Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badakheta?
The Gram Panchayat of Badakheta is Purunakot.
What is the pincode of Badakheta?
The pincode of Badakheta is 759132.
What is the population of Badakheta?
Badakheta has a total population of 114, including 58 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Badakheta?
There are 25 households in Badakheta.
What is the literacy rate in Badakheta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badakheta is 38.60%. Male literacy is 48.28% and female literacy is 28.57%.