Badapal - Kantamal, Boudh
Badapal is a village situated in the Kantamal tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Manamunda and around 65 km from Baudh. Khatakhatia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badapal is 418074. The village covers a total geographical area of 431 hectares and falls under the 762015 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Badapal 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 Badapal
According to the 2011 Census, Badapal village had a total population of 104 people, including 49 males and 55 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,122 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.85%, with male literacy at 82.05% and female literacy at 51.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 104 | 49 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 42 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 17 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Badapal
Badapal 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 Badapal
Public transport in the Badapal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Badapal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Badapal is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badapal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badapal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badapal
Where is Badapal located?
Badapal village is located in Kantamal Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badapal is Khatakhatia.
What is the pincode of Badapal?
The pincode of Badapal is 762015.
What is the population of Badapal?
Badapal had a total population of 104, including 49 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Badapal?
Badapal had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badapal was 65.85%. Male literacy was 82.05% and female literacy was 51.16%.