Badanuagan - Khaira, Balasore
Badanuagan is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Khaira and around 74 km from Baleshwar. Badanuagan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badanuagan is 393639. The village covers a total geographical area of 219 hectares and falls under the 756048 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Badanuagan 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 Badanuagan
According to the 2011 Census, Badanuagan village had a total population of 975 people, including 489 males and 486 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.56%, with male literacy at 88.08% and female literacy at 75.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 488.
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 | 975 | 489 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 230 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 377 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 112 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Badanuagan
Badanuagan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumarmauda | West | 1.17 km |
| Makardhwajpur | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Sain | North | 1.39 km |
| Kalyani | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Natigadia | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Raintira | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Dhaligadia | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Chakabaghua | East | 1.94 km |
| Dhedapada | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Mugei | West | 2.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badanuagan
Badanuagan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranital, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Badanuagan is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Badanuagan is about 74 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 Badanuagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badanuagan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badanuagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badanuagan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badanuagan
Where is Badanuagan located?
Badanuagan village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badanuagan?
Badanuagan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badanuagan?
The pincode of Badanuagan is 756048.
What is the population of Badanuagan?
Badanuagan had a total population of 975, including 489 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Badanuagan?
Badanuagan had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badanuagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badanuagan was 81.56%. Male literacy was 88.08% and female literacy was 75.06%.