Badbil - Nilagiri, Balasore
Badbil is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Nilagiri and around 32 km from Baleshwar. Jamudiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badbil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badbil is 393146. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 756041 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badbil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badbil
According to the 2011 Census, Badbil village had a total population of 500 people, including 266 males and 234 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.28%, with male literacy at 93.31% and female literacy at 80.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
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 | 500 | 266 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 56 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 223 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 43 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Badbil
Badbil 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 Badbil
Badbil 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 Badbil.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilagiri to Badbil is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Badbil is about 32 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 Badbil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badbil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Badbil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badbil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badbil
Where is Badbil located?
Badbil village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badbil?
The Gram Panchayat of Badbil is Jamudiha.
What is the pincode of Badbil?
The pincode of Badbil is 756041.
What is the population of Badbil?
Badbil had a total population of 500, including 266 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Badbil?
Badbil had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badbil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badbil was 87.28%. Male literacy was 93.31% and female literacy was 80.65%.