Badakasaba - Baliapal, Balasore
Badakasaba is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from Baliapal and around 52 km from Baleshwar. Ghantua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badakasaba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badakasaba is 391974. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 756023 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Badakasaba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badakasaba
According to the 2011 Census, Badakasaba village had a total population of 1,154 people, including 587 males and 567 females, living in 283 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.94%, with male literacy at 93.40% and female literacy at 84.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 1,154 | 587 | 567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 72 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 909 | 481 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 106 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Badakasaba
Badakasaba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghantiari | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Dalua-i | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Malikuda | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Chakbaliapal | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Baramahisadi | East | 1.59 km |
| Badasimulia | South | 1.80 km |
| Dant;unida | West | 1.82 km |
| Gunapur | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Jafarabad | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Ghantua | North-West | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badakasaba
Badakasaba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jaleswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Baleshwar to Badakasaba is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Badakasaba is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badakasaba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badakasaba 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badakasaba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badakasaba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Badakasaba
Where is Badakasaba located?
Badakasaba village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badakasaba?
The Gram Panchayat of Badakasaba is Ghantua.
What is the pincode of Badakasaba?
The pincode of Badakasaba is 756023.
What is the population of Badakasaba?
Badakasaba had a total population of 1,154, including 587 males and 567 females.
How many households are there in Badakasaba?
Badakasaba had 283 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badakasaba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badakasaba was 88.94%. Male literacy was 93.40% and female literacy was 84.42%.