Badachanchoo - Tangi-Choudwar, Cuttack
Badachanchoo is a village situated in the Tangi-Choudwar tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Choudwar and around 18 km from Cuttack. Nakhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badachanchoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badachanchoo is 399295. The village covers a total geographical area of 206 hectares and falls under the 754025 pincode. Choudwar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Badachanchoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Choudwar-cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badachanchoo
As per Census 2011, Badachanchoo village has a total population of 1,020 people, consisting of 529 males and 491 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 811 literate and 209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badachanchoo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,020 | 529 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 55 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 86 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 811 | 447 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 82 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Badachanchoo
Badachanchoo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alarpur | East | 1.35 km |
| Nakhara | North | 1.45 km |
| Garudgaon | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Bhorandi | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Padhania | North | 2.54 km |
| Harianta | East | 2.58 km |
| Nirgundi | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Athabatia | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Narapada | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Salagaon | North-East | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badachanchoo
Badachanchoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manguli Chowdwar, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.5 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Choudwar to Badachanchoo is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Badachanchoo is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badachanchoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badachanchoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badachanchoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badachanchoo 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badachanchoo
Where is Badachanchoo located?
Badachanchoo village is located in Tangi-Choudwar Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badachanchoo?
The Gram Panchayat of Badachanchoo is Nakhara.
What is the pincode of Badachanchoo?
The pincode of Badachanchoo is 754025.
What is the population of Badachanchoo?
Badachanchoo has a total population of 1,020, including 529 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Badachanchoo?
There are 208 households in Badachanchoo.
What is the literacy rate in Badachanchoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badachanchoo is 79.51%. Male literacy is 84.50% and female literacy is 74.13%.