Badamunda - Saintala, Balangir
Badamunda is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Bhadra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badamunda is 421164. The village covers a total geographical area of 179 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Badamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Badamunda village had a total population of 482 people, including 246 males and 236 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.29%, with male literacy at 87.02% and female literacy at 67.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 482 | 246 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 57 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 181 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 65 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Badamunda
Badamunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chitamara | North | 1.53 km |
| Khasbahal | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Bhadra | West | 1.72 km |
| Luhurapali | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Bargaon | North | 2.63 km |
| Nuapara | South | 2.85 km |
| Kuanrgaon | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Dangabahal | West | 3.73 km |
| Mahagaon | North | 3.77 km |
| Sikapatrapali | North-West | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badamunda
Badamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Badamunda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Badamunda is about 48 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 Badamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badamunda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badamunda
Where is Badamunda located?
Badamunda village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badamunda is Bhadra.
What is the pincode of Badamunda?
The pincode of Badamunda is 767032.
What is the population of Badamunda?
Badamunda had a total population of 482, including 246 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Badamunda?
Badamunda had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badamunda was 77.29%. Male literacy was 87.02% and female literacy was 67.48%.