Badaghai - Remuna, Balasore
Badaghai is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Bampada and around 6 km from Baleshwar. Sutei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badaghai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badaghai is 392936. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 756056 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Badaghai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badaghai
As per Census 2011, Badaghai village has a total population of 381 people, consisting of 200 males and 181 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 121 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badaghai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 381 | 200 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 31 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 63 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 137 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 63 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Badaghai
Badaghai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shyamraipur | West | 0.81 km |
| Sutei | South | 0.92 km |
| Baistambabar | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Barchhikhunta | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Chakramrai | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Uparsankia | South | 2.41 km |
| Chhanpur | South | 2.72 km |
| Ramachandi | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Bighnapur | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Khaparapada | South-West | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badaghai
Badaghai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Balasore, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 130.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Badaghai is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Badaghai is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badaghai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badaghai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badaghai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badaghai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badaghai
Where is Badaghai located?
Badaghai village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badaghai?
The Gram Panchayat of Badaghai is Sutei.
What is the pincode of Badaghai?
The pincode of Badaghai is 756056.
What is the population of Badaghai?
Badaghai has a total population of 381, including 200 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Badaghai?
There are 88 households in Badaghai.
What is the literacy rate in Badaghai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badaghai is 67.45%. Male literacy is 68.50% and female literacy is 66.30%.