Badgaon - Barpali, Bargarh
Badgaon is a village situated in the Barpali tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from Barapali and around 27 km from Bargarh. Gopeipali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 380453. The village covers a total geographical area of 255 hectares and falls under the 768029 pincode. Barpali is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Badgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgaon
As per Census 2011, Badgaon village has a total population of 847 people, consisting of 421 males and 426 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 527 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 366 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 847 | 421 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 47 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 64 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 366 | 189 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 304 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 117 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Badgaon
Badgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopaipali | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Patrapali | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Jhulopali | West | 1.94 km |
| Gadgaddala | North | 2.00 km |
| Ainlapali | South | 2.53 km |
| Dhaurakhanda | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Ambapatra | North | 3.23 km |
| Kadalipali | North-East | 3.51 km |
| Mahulpali | North | 3.52 km |
| Bijenagar | South | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badgaon
Badgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.8 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barpali to Badgaon is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Badgaon is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgaon 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 Badgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgaon 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 Badgaon
Where is Badgaon located?
Badgaon village is located in Barpali Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badgaon is Gopeipali.
What is the pincode of Badgaon?
The pincode of Badgaon is 768029.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon has a total population of 847, including 421 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
There are 215 households in Badgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon is 62.22%. Male literacy is 72.21% and female literacy is 52.35%.