Badaasura - Kantamal, Boudh
Badaasura is a village situated in the Kantamal tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Kantamal and around 105 km from Baudh. Narayanprasad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badaasura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badaasura is 417836. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 762017 pincode. Tarbha is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Badaasura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badaasura
According to the 2011 Census, Badaasura village had a total population of 40 people, including 21 males and 19 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.89%, with male literacy at 72.22% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 8 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Badaasura
Badaasura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ringapada | West | 1.13 km |
| Narayanaprasad | East | 1.39 km |
| Sanaasura | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Bhanjibeda | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Lundrubahal | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Sileimal | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Talmalka | West | 2.54 km |
| Uden | West | 2.91 km |
| Gudamenda | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Anuguba | South-East | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badaasura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Badaasura. The nearest railway station is Balangir, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarbha to Badaasura is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Badaasura is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badaasura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badaasura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badaasura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badaasura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badaasura
Where is Badaasura located?
Badaasura village is located in Kantamal Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badaasura?
The Gram Panchayat of Badaasura is Narayanprasad.
What is the pincode of Badaasura?
The pincode of Badaasura is 762017.
What is the population of Badaasura?
Badaasura had a total population of 40, including 21 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Badaasura?
Badaasura had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badaasura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badaasura was 63.89%. Male literacy was 72.22% and female literacy was 55.56%.