Badhia - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Badhia is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 73 km from Narasinghpur and around 128 km from Cuttack. Nizigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhia is 398524. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 754032 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Badhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baramba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhia
As per Census 2011, Badhia village has a total population of 286 people, consisting of 153 males and 133 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 286 | 153 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 42 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 111 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 42 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Badhia
Badhia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madheipada | South-West | 0.57 km |
| Parbatipur | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Guhalasahi | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Kanlapada | West | 1.15 km |
| Kalisahi | North-East | 1.19 km |
| Harichandanpur | South | 1.21 km |
| Cheramulia | West | 1.79 km |
| Gopapur | North | 1.82 km |
| Damasahi | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Pithakhai | South | 1.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badhia
Badhia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Angul, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.2 km.
| 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 Jagatsinghapur to Badhia is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Badhia is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badhia
Where is Badhia located?
Badhia village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhia is Nizigarh.
What is the pincode of Badhia?
The pincode of Badhia is 754032.
What is the population of Badhia?
Badhia has a total population of 286, including 153 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Badhia?
There are 65 households in Badhia.
What is the literacy rate in Badhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhia is 64.34%. Male literacy is 72.55% and female literacy is 54.89%.