Badathakan - Nischintakoili, Cuttack
Badathakan is a village situated in the Nischintakoili tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nischintakoili and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Sarapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badathakan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badathakan is 399758. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 754207 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Badathakan 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 Badathakan
As per Census 2011, Badathakan village has a total population of 1,022 people, consisting of 522 males and 500 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 810 literate and 212 illiterate residents. Additionally, 220 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badathakan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,022 | 522 | 500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 118 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 810 | 440 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 82 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Badathakan
Badathakan 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 Badathakan
Public transport in the Badathakan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Badathakan is about 41 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 Badathakan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badathakan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badathakan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badathakan 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 Badathakan
Where is Badathakan located?
Badathakan village is located in Nischintakoili Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badathakan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badathakan is Sarapada.
What is the pincode of Badathakan?
The pincode of Badathakan is 754207.
What is the population of Badathakan?
Badathakan has a total population of 1,022, including 522 males and 500 females.
How many households are there in Badathakan?
There are 255 households in Badathakan.
What is the literacy rate in Badathakan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badathakan is 79.26%. Male literacy is 84.29% and female literacy is 74.00%.