Badkia
Badkia is a village located in Chandipur tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Chandipur (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Padampur is the gram panchayat of Badkia village.
Badkia has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Badkia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badkia is 392924. The village spans a total geographical area of 270 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756021. Baleshwar is nearest town to Badkia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Badkia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balasore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Badkia
Below is a concise population overview of Badkia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 929 | 485 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 47 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 723 | 403 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 82 | 124 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Badkia village:
- The total population of Badkia village is around 929, including approximately 485 males and 444 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 111 children aged 0–6 years in Badkia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Badkia village has 34 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Badkia village is about 77.83%, with male literacy at 83.09% and female literacy at 72.07%.
- There are around 185 households in Badkia village.
Connectivity of Badkia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badkia. As per the 2011 stats, Badkia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badkia
Knowing the nearby villages of Badkia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badkia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badkia
- Where is Badkia located?
- Badkia village is situated in Chandipur Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badkia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Badkia is Padampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Badkia?
- The pincode of Badkia is 756021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badkia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badkia is 929, with 485 males and 444 females.
- How many households are there in Badkia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badkia village has a total of 185 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badkia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badkia is 77.83%. The male literacy rate is 83.09%, while the female literacy rate is 72.07%.