Badakorakara - Niali, Cuttack
Badakorakara is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Nuagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badakorakara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badakorakara is 400321. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 754004 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Badakorakara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badakorakara
According to the 2011 Census, Badakorakara village had a total population of 589 people, including 283 males and 306 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.65%, with male literacy at 94.19% and female literacy at 79.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209.
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 | 589 | 283 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 25 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 100 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 243 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 40 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Badakorakara
Badakorakara 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 Badakorakara
Badakorakara 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 <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 Cuttack to Badakorakara is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badakorakara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badakorakara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badakorakara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badakorakara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Badakorakara
Where is Badakorakara located?
Badakorakara village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badakorakara?
The Gram Panchayat of Badakorakara is Nuagaon.
What is the pincode of Badakorakara?
The pincode of Badakorakara is 754004.
What is the population of Badakorakara?
Badakorakara had a total population of 589, including 283 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Badakorakara?
Badakorakara had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badakorakara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badakorakara was 86.65%. Male literacy was 94.19% and female literacy was 79.56%.