Badanki - Jharbandh, Bargarh
Badanki is a village situated in the Jharbandh tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Jharbandha and around 140 km from Bargarh. Chhotanki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badanki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badanki is 379821. The village covers a total geographical area of 430 hectares and falls under the 768042 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Badanki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badanki
As per Census 2011, Badanki village has a total population of 1,023 people, consisting of 489 males and 534 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 489 literate and 534 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 522 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badanki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,023 | 489 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 71 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 27 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 522 | 259 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 287 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 534 | 202 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Badanki
Badanki 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 Badanki
Badanki is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Badanki is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Badanki is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badanki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badanki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badanki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badanki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Badanki
Where is Badanki located?
Badanki village is located in Jharbandh Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badanki?
The Gram Panchayat of Badanki is Chhotanki.
What is the pincode of Badanki?
The pincode of Badanki is 768042.
What is the population of Badanki?
Badanki has a total population of 1,023, including 489 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Badanki?
There are 219 households in Badanki.
What is the literacy rate in Badanki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badanki is 47.80%. Male literacy is 58.69% and female literacy is 37.83%.