Badmal - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Badmal is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Dunguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badmal is 380754. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 768052 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Badmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badmal
According to the 2011 Census, Badmal village had a total population of 644 people, including 310 males and 334 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.61%, with male literacy at 86.64% and female literacy at 65.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 303.
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 | 644 | 310 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 303 | 145 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 240 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 70 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Badmal
Badmal 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 Badmal
Public transport in the Badmal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Badmal is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badmal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badmal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Badmal
Where is Badmal located?
Badmal village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badmal is Dunguri.
What is the pincode of Badmal?
The pincode of Badmal is 768052.
What is the population of Badmal?
Badmal had a total population of 644, including 310 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Badmal?
Badmal had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badmal was 75.61%. Male literacy was 86.64% and female literacy was 65.45%.