Badapokhri - Oupada, Balasore
Badapokhri is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Oupada and around 62 km from Baleshwar. Badapokhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badapokhri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badapokhri is 393340. The village covers a total geographical area of 398 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Badapokhri 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 Badapokhri
As per Census 2011, Badapokhri village has a total population of 2,578 people, consisting of 1,249 males and 1,329 females. The village has 619 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 395 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,569 literate and 1,009 illiterate residents. Additionally, 336 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 505 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badapokhri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,578 | 1,249 | 1,329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 395 | 181 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 164 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 505 | 246 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 1,569 | 854 | 715 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,009 | 395 | 614 |
Nearby Villages of Badapokhri
Badapokhri 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 Badapokhri
Public transport in the Badapokhri is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Badapokhri is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Badapokhri is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badapokhri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badapokhri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badapokhri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badapokhri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badapokhri
Where is Badapokhri located?
Badapokhri village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badapokhri?
The Gram Panchayat of Badapokhri is Badapokhari.
What is the pincode of Badapokhri?
The pincode of Badapokhri is 756047.
What is the population of Badapokhri?
Badapokhri has a total population of 2,578, including 1,249 males and 1,329 females.
How many households are there in Badapokhri?
There are 619 households in Badapokhri.
What is the literacy rate in Badapokhri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badapokhri is 60.86%. Male literacy is 68.37% and female literacy is 53.80%.