Badamal - Boudh
Badamal is a village situated in the Boudh tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 39 km from Manamunda and around 39 km from Baudh. Khaliapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badamal is 417938. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 762016 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 40 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 Boudh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badamal
According to the 2011 Census, Badamal village had a total population of 155 people, including 73 males and 82 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,123 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.81%, with male literacy at 61.90% and female literacy at 48.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 155 | 73 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 34 | 47 |
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
Public transport in the Badamal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sonapur to Badamal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Badamal is about 39 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badamal
Where is Badamal located?
Badamal village is located in Boudh Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badamal is Khaliapali.
What is the pincode of Badamal?
The pincode of Badamal is 762016.
What is the population of Badamal?
Badamal had a total population of 155, including 73 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Badamal?
Badamal had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badamal was 54.81%. Male literacy was 61.90% and female literacy was 48.61%.