Badafatepur - Nischintakoili, Cuttack
Badafatepur is a village situated in the Nischintakoili tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nischintakoili and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Baliapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badafatepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badafatepur is 399762. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 754207 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Badafatepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badafatepur
According to the 2011 Census, Badafatepur village had a total population of 278 people, including 153 males and 125 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 817 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.35%, with male literacy at 94.66% and female literacy at 78.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 278 | 153 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 124 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 29 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Badafatepur
Badafatepur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panchasarangabalarampur | North-West | 0.54 km |
| Tentalapur | East | 0.90 km |
| Murudabada | North-East | 0.93 km |
| Bodhanga | West | 1.57 km |
| Baliapada | South | 1.68 km |
| Sankilo | East | 1.72 km |
| Gopapur | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Sahadebpur | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Kulabadakhir | East | 2.25 km |
| Badakhira | North | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badafatepur
Public transport in the Badafatepur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Raghunathpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Cuttack to Badafatepur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badafatepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badafatepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badafatepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badafatepur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badafatepur
Where is Badafatepur located?
Badafatepur village is located in Nischintakoili Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badafatepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Badafatepur is Baliapada.
What is the pincode of Badafatepur?
The pincode of Badafatepur is 754207.
What is the population of Badafatepur?
Badafatepur had a total population of 278, including 153 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Badafatepur?
Badafatepur had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badafatepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badafatepur was 87.35%. Male literacy was 94.66% and female literacy was 78.95%.