Badipara - Saintala, Balangir
Badipara is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Dunguripali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badipara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badipara is 421146. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Badipara 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 Badipara
According to the 2011 Census, Badipara village had a total population of 491 people, including 254 males and 237 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.45%, with male literacy at 74.55% and female literacy at 53.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 149, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 491 | 254 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 77 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 164 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 90 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Badipara
Badipara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Santaufer | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Tendilipali | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Tentulipadar | West | 1.65 km |
| Turchaupher | East | 1.67 km |
| Kuanrgaon | South | 1.95 km |
| Banaras | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Saintala | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Lachut | North | 2.93 km |
| Ghantamal | East | 3.06 km |
| Bibina | West | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badipara
Badipara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.9 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 | 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 Badipara is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Badipara is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badipara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badipara 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 Badipara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badipara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badipara
Where is Badipara located?
Badipara village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badipara?
The Gram Panchayat of Badipara is Dunguripali.
What is the pincode of Badipara?
The pincode of Badipara is 767032.
What is the population of Badipara?
Badipara had a total population of 491, including 254 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Badipara?
Badipara had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badipara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badipara was 64.45%. Male literacy was 74.55% and female literacy was 53.47%.