Badacharigan - Basta, Balasore
Badacharigan is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Basta and around 36 km from Baleshwar. Natakata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badacharigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badacharigan is 392386. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Badacharigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badacharigan
As per Census 2011, Badacharigan village has a total population of 896 people, consisting of 461 males and 435 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 593 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 131 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badacharigan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 896 | 461 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 50 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 60 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 355 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 106 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Badacharigan
Badacharigan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badacharigan
Badacharigan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Badacharigan.
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Badacharigan is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Badacharigan is about 36 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 Badacharigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badacharigan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badacharigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badacharigan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badacharigan
Where is Badacharigan located?
Badacharigan village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badacharigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badacharigan is Natakata.
What is the pincode of Badacharigan?
The pincode of Badacharigan is 756029.
What is the population of Badacharigan?
Badacharigan has a total population of 896, including 461 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Badacharigan?
There are 217 households in Badacharigan.
What is the literacy rate in Badacharigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badacharigan is 66.18%. Male literacy is 77.01% and female literacy is 54.71%.