Badakumari - Khaira, Balasore
Badakumari is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Khaira and around 68 km from Baleshwar. Bartana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badakumari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badakumari is 393622. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 756126 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Badakumari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badakumari
According to the 2011 Census, Badakumari village had a total population of 264 people, including 134 males and 130 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.51%, with male literacy at 94.26% and female literacy at 82.30%.
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 | 264 | 134 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 115 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 19 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Badakumari
Badakumari 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 Badakumari
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Badakumari. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badakumari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Badakumari is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Badakumari is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badakumari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badakumari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badakumari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badakumari 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badakumari
Where is Badakumari located?
Badakumari village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badakumari?
The Gram Panchayat of Badakumari is Bartana.
What is the pincode of Badakumari?
The pincode of Badakumari is 756126.
What is the population of Badakumari?
Badakumari had a total population of 264, including 134 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Badakumari?
Badakumari had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badakumari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badakumari was 88.51%. Male literacy was 94.26% and female literacy was 82.30%.