Badhia - Bhograi, Balasore
Badhia is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Kamarda and around 72 km from Baleshwar. Gabgan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhia is 391923. The village covers a total geographical area of 11 hectares and falls under the 756039 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Badhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhia
As per Census 2011, Badhia village has a total population of 174 people, consisting of 89 males and 85 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 138 literate and 36 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 174 | 89 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 79 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 10 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Badhia
Badhia 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 Badhia
Badhia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jaleswar to Badhia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Badhia is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Badhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhia 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 Badhia
Where is Badhia located?
Badhia village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhia is Gabgan.
What is the pincode of Badhia?
The pincode of Badhia is 756039.
What is the population of Badhia?
Badhia has a total population of 174, including 89 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Badhia?
There are 52 households in Badhia.
What is the literacy rate in Badhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhia is 79.31%. Male literacy is 88.76% and female literacy is 69.41%.