Badkhudi - Basta, Balasore
Badkhudi is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Basta and around 30 km from Baleshwar. Mathani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badkhudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badkhudi is 392480. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Badkhudi 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 Badkhudi
As per Census 2011, Badkhudi village has a total population of 1,204 people, consisting of 644 males and 560 females. The village has 260 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 877 literate and 327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 343 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badkhudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,204 | 644 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 79 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 179 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 877 | 513 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 131 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Badkhudi
Badkhudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sankhudi | North | 1.21 km |
| Porapara | East | 1.22 km |
| Sundarhata | West | 1.51 km |
| Pandurungi | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Shibagatia | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Maisali(mainsiali) | South | 1.81 km |
| Dhanahanda | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Gothagaria | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Nalabahar | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Maladiha | North-West | 1.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badkhudi
Badkhudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is N Mayurbhanj Road, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 127.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Badkhudi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Badkhudi is about 30 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 Badkhudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badkhudi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badkhudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badkhudi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badkhudi
Where is Badkhudi located?
Badkhudi village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badkhudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Badkhudi is Mathani.
What is the pincode of Badkhudi?
The pincode of Badkhudi is 756029.
What is the population of Badkhudi?
Badkhudi has a total population of 1,204, including 644 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Badkhudi?
There are 260 households in Badkhudi.
What is the literacy rate in Badkhudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badkhudi is 72.84%. Male literacy is 79.66% and female literacy is 65.00%.