Badanapanga - Bhandari Pokhari, Bhadrak
Badanapanga is a village situated in the Bhandari Pokhari tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhandari Pokhari and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Napanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badanapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badanapanga is 394573. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 756120 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Badanapanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhandaripokhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badanapanga
According to the 2011 Census, Badanapanga village had a total population of 606 people, including 299 males and 307 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.83%, with male literacy at 97.39% and female literacy at 88.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 606 | 299 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 505 | 261 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 38 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Badanapanga
Badanapanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malipadi | North-West | 0.76 km |
| Gilapadi | North | 1.13 km |
| Bankamuhan | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Napanga | South | 1.22 km |
| Similia | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Mahisagadia | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Sanabankamuhan | West | 1.82 km |
| Patalasing | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Birabhadra | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Jangaria (janagadia) | South | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badanapanga
Badanapanga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Manjuri Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.4 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Badanapanga is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Badanapanga is about 30 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 Badanapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badanapanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badanapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badanapanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badanapanga
Where is Badanapanga located?
Badanapanga village is located in Bhandari Pokhari Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badanapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Badanapanga is Napanga.
What is the pincode of Badanapanga?
The pincode of Badanapanga is 756120.
What is the population of Badanapanga?
Badanapanga had a total population of 606, including 299 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Badanapanga?
Badanapanga had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badanapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badanapanga was 92.83%. Male literacy was 97.39% and female literacy was 88.41%.