Badakhanpur - Baliapal, Balasore
Badakhanpur is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Kamarda and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Asti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badakhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badakhanpur is 391939. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 756035 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Badakhanpur 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 Badakhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Badakhanpur village had a total population of 62 people, including 32 males and 30 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.68%, with male literacy at 96.43% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 5 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Badakhanpur
Badakhanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budakotha | North | 0.68 km |
| Bedhapal | South | 1.18 km |
| Guhalpal | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Aruhabarti No-2 | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Kharidpipal | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Nayapali | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Uluda | North | 2.27 km |
| Jharpimpal | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Karidchak | East | 2.77 km |
| Deunra | North-East | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badakhanpur
Badakhanpur 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 108.5 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 Jaleswar to Badakhanpur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Badakhanpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badakhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badakhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badakhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badakhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badakhanpur
Where is Badakhanpur located?
Badakhanpur village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badakhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Badakhanpur is Asti.
What is the pincode of Badakhanpur?
The pincode of Badakhanpur is 756035.
What is the population of Badakhanpur?
Badakhanpur had a total population of 62, including 32 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Badakhanpur?
Badakhanpur had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badakhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badakhanpur was 88.68%. Male literacy was 96.43% and female literacy was 80.00%.