Badhigam
About Badhigam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Badhigam village is 418342. Badhigam village is located in Baudh Sadar tehsil of Baudh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Baudh Sadar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Baudh. As per 2009 stats, Badhigaon is the gram panchayat of Badhigam village.
The total geographical area of village is 327 hectares. Badhigam has a total population of 1,756 peoples, out of which male population is 888 while female population is 868. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 977 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of badhigam village is 58.14% out of which 68.36% males and 47.70% females are literate. There are about 415 houses in badhigam village. Pincode of badhigam village locality is 762026.
When it comes to administration, Badhigam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Badhigam village comes under Boudh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kandhamal Lok Sabha constituency. Baudhgarh is nearest town to badhigam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Badhigam
The population details of Badhigam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,756 | 888 | 868 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 216 | 98 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 223 | 117 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,021 | 607 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 735 | 281 | 454 |
Connectivity of Badhigam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Badhigam
Where is Badhigam located?
Badhigam village is situated in Baudh Sadar Tehsil, within the Baudh district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhigam?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhigam is Badhigaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Badhigam?
The pincode of Badhigam is 762026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Badhigam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badhigam is 1,756, with 888 males and 868 females.
How many households are there in Badhigam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Badhigam village has a total of 415 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhigam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badhigam is 58.14%. The male literacy rate is 68.36%, while the female literacy rate is 47.70%.