Badhana - Basta, Balasore
Badhana is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Singla and around 45 km from Baleshwar. Naikudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhana is 392234. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 756081 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Badhana 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 Badhana
As per Census 2011, Badhana village has a total population of 613 people, consisting of 331 males and 282 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 488 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badhana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 613 | 331 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 288 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 43 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Badhana
Badhana 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 Badhana
Badhana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Badhana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Badhana is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Badhana 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 Badhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badhana
Where is Badhana located?
Badhana village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhana?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhana is Naikudi.
What is the pincode of Badhana?
The pincode of Badhana is 756081.
What is the population of Badhana?
Badhana has a total population of 613, including 331 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Badhana?
There are 165 households in Badhana.
What is the literacy rate in Badhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhana is 79.61%. Male literacy is 87.01% and female literacy is 70.92%.