Badabandha - Harabhanga, Boudh
Badabandha is a village situated in the Harabhanga tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Puruna Katak and around 26 km from Baudh. Lunibahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badabandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badabandha is 418609. The village covers a total geographical area of 423 hectares and falls under the 762013 pincode. Baudhgarh is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Badabandha 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 Badabandha
As per Census 2011, Badabandha village has a total population of 1,279 people, consisting of 547 males and 732 females. The village has 276 households and a sex ratio of 1,338 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 820 literate and 459 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 550 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badabandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,279 | 547 | 732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 86 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 102 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 550 | 194 | 356 |
| Literate Population | 820 | 365 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 182 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Badabandha
Badabandha 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 Badabandha
Badabandha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Baudhgarh to Badabandha is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Badabandha is about 26 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 Badabandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badabandha 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badabandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badabandha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badabandha
Where is Badabandha located?
Badabandha village is located in Harabhanga Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badabandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Badabandha is Lunibahal.
What is the pincode of Badabandha?
The pincode of Badabandha is 762013.
What is the population of Badabandha?
Badabandha has a total population of 1,279, including 547 males and 732 females.
How many households are there in Badabandha?
There are 276 households in Badabandha.
What is the literacy rate in Badabandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badabandha is 64.11%. Male literacy is 66.73% and female literacy is 62.16%.