Badmunda - Saintala, Balangir
Badmunda is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Kandhkelgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badmunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badmunda is 421062. The village covers a total geographical area of 179 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Badmunda 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 Badmunda
As per Census 2011, Badmunda village has a total population of 351 people, consisting of 168 males and 183 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 198 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 181 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badmunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 351 | 168 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 91 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 104 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 64 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Badmunda
Badmunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manumunda | West | 1.12 km |
| Kandhkelgaon | South | 1.57 km |
| Naikensira | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Bahali | North | 2.47 km |
| Runimahul | West | 2.88 km |
| Jaliadarah | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Sinakhaman | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Dangapathar | East | 3.09 km |
| Biratkani | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Sarasbahal | North-East | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badmunda
Badmunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Deogan Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 4.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Titlagarh to Badmunda is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Badmunda is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badmunda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badmunda 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Badmunda
Where is Badmunda located?
Badmunda village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badmunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badmunda is Kandhkelgaon.
What is the pincode of Badmunda?
The pincode of Badmunda is 767032.
What is the population of Badmunda?
Badmunda has a total population of 351, including 168 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Badmunda?
There are 111 households in Badmunda.
What is the literacy rate in Badmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badmunda is 56.41%. Male literacy is 61.90% and female literacy is 51.37%.