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
As per Census 2011, Badjhankarpali village has a total population of 961 people, consisting of 491 males and 470 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 548 literate and 413 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 291 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badjhankarpali are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 961, including 491 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Badjhankarpali?
There are 217 households in Badjhankarpali.
What is the literacy rate in Badjhankarpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badjhankarpali is 57.02%. Male literacy is 66.80% and female literacy is 46.81%.