Badamal - Sohela, Bargarh
Badamal is a village situated in the Sohela tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Melchhamunda and around 47 km from Bargarh. Ghess serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badamal is 380152. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 768034 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Badamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Badamal
According to the 2011 Census, Badamal village had a total population of 491 people, including 253 males and 238 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.72%, with male literacy at 90.43% and female literacy at 65.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 172, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 491 | 253 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 23 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 91 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 208 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 45 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Badamal
Badamal 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 Badamal
Badamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Padmapur to Badamal is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Badamal is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badamal 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badamal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badamal
Where is Badamal located?
Badamal village is located in Sohela Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badamal is Ghess.
What is the pincode of Badamal?
The pincode of Badamal is 768034.
What is the population of Badamal?
Badamal had a total population of 491, including 253 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Badamal?
Badamal had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badamal was 78.72%. Male literacy was 90.43% and female literacy was 65.70%.