Badakalarakotha - Kantamal, Boudh
Badakalarakotha is a village situated in the Kantamal tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Kantamal and around 110 km from Baudh. Khuntigora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badakalarakotha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badakalarakotha is 417882. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 762018 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Badakalarakotha 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 Badakalarakotha
According to the 2011 Census, Badakalarakotha village had a total population of 147 people, including 75 males and 72 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.64%, with male literacy at 50.77% and female literacy at 34.38%.
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 | 147 | 75 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 33 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 42 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Badakalarakotha
Badakalarakotha 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 Badakalarakotha
Badakalarakotha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Balangir to Badakalarakotha is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Badakalarakotha is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badakalarakotha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badakalarakotha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badakalarakotha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badakalarakotha 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 Badakalarakotha
Where is Badakalarakotha located?
Badakalarakotha village is located in Kantamal Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badakalarakotha?
The Gram Panchayat of Badakalarakotha is Khuntigora.
What is the pincode of Badakalarakotha?
The pincode of Badakalarakotha is 762018.
What is the population of Badakalarakotha?
Badakalarakotha had a total population of 147, including 75 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Badakalarakotha?
Badakalarakotha had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badakalarakotha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badakalarakotha was 42.64%. Male literacy was 50.77% and female literacy was 34.38%.