Badjhankarpali - Patnagarh, Balangir
Badjhankarpali is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Tendapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badjhankarpali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badjhankarpali is 420665. The village covers a total geographical area of 436 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Badjhankarpali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badjhankarpali
According to the 2011 Census, Badjhankarpali village had a total population of 961 people, including 491 males and 470 females, living in 217 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.32%, with male literacy at 80.20% and female literacy at 54.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 291.
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 | 961 | 491 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 82 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 139 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 548 | 328 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 163 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Badjhankarpali
Badjhankarpali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhaludarha | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Maneipad | West | 2.70 km |
| Sialbandh | East | 2.76 km |
| Matupalli | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Chitadunguri | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Ghuchepali | West | 3.78 km |
| Semelmunda | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Ranidarha | West | 3.91 km |
| Ratakhandi | East | 4.00 km |
| Gailmara | South | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badjhankarpali
Badjhankarpali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Deogan Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Badjhankarpali is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Badjhankarpali is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badjhankarpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badjhankarpali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badjhankarpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badjhankarpali 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 Badjhankarpali
Where is Badjhankarpali located?
Badjhankarpali village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badjhankarpali?
The Gram Panchayat of Badjhankarpali is Tendapadar.
What is the pincode of Badjhankarpali?
The pincode of Badjhankarpali is 767025.
What is the population of Badjhankarpali?
Badjhankarpali had a total population of 961, including 491 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Badjhankarpali?
Badjhankarpali had 217 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badjhankarpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badjhankarpali was 67.32%. Male literacy was 80.20% and female literacy was 54.32%.