Badagallo - Tihidi, Bhadrak
Badagallo is a village situated in the Tihidi tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tihidi and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Fatepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badagallo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badagallo is 395107. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 756130 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Badagallo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basudevpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badagallo
According to the 2011 Census, Badagallo village had a total population of 464 people, including 226 males and 238 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.71%, with male literacy at 96.48% and female literacy at 85.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 464 | 226 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 192 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 34 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Badagallo
Badagallo 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 Badagallo
Badagallo 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 <5 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 Bhadrak to Badagallo is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Badagallo is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badagallo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badagallo 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badagallo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badagallo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Badagallo
Where is Badagallo located?
Badagallo village is located in Tihidi Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badagallo?
The Gram Panchayat of Badagallo is Fatepur.
What is the pincode of Badagallo?
The pincode of Badagallo is 756130.
What is the population of Badagallo?
Badagallo had a total population of 464, including 226 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Badagallo?
Badagallo had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badagallo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badagallo was 90.71%. Male literacy was 96.48% and female literacy was 85.24%.