Badkia - Balasore
Badkia is a village situated in the Balasore tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Chandipur and around 13 km from Baleshwar. Padampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badkia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badkia is 392924. The village covers a total geographical area of 270 hectares and falls under the 756021 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Badkia 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 Badkia
As per Census 2011, Badkia village has a total population of 929 people, consisting of 485 males and 444 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 723 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badkia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 929 | 485 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 47 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 723 | 403 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 82 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Badkia
Badkia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bankeswar | East | 0.72 km |
| Padmapur | North | 1.08 km |
| Talapada | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Gudu | East | 3.18 km |
| Ranasahi | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Sahada | North | 4.24 km |
| Jhagadapadhi | North | 5.28 km |
| Hidigan | North-East | 5.56 km |
| Kaindhari | North | 6.29 km |
| Badadeulabad | North | 6.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badkia
Badkia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nilgiri Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 137.1 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 Baleshwar to Badkia is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Badkia is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badkia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badkia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badkia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badkia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badkia
Where is Badkia located?
Badkia village is located in Balasore Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badkia?
The Gram Panchayat of Badkia is Padampur.
What is the pincode of Badkia?
The pincode of Badkia is 756021.
What is the population of Badkia?
Badkia has a total population of 929, including 485 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Badkia?
There are 185 households in Badkia.
What is the literacy rate in Badkia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badkia is 77.83%. Male literacy is 83.09% and female literacy is 72.07%.