Badapadagaon - Tangi-Choudwar, Cuttack
Badapadagaon is a village situated in the Tangi-Choudwar tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Choudwar and around 20 km from Cuttack. Badasamantarapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badapadagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badapadagaon is 399279. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 754028 pincode. Choudwar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badapadagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badapadagaon
As per Census 2011, Badapadagaon village has a total population of 1,962 people, consisting of 983 males and 979 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,513 literate and 449 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badapadagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,962 | 983 | 979 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 95 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 101 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 34 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 1,513 | 819 | 694 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 164 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Badapadagaon
Badapadagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sankarpur | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Bandalo | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Balipur | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Mangalpur | East | 2.19 km |
| Kumarpur | West | 2.89 km |
| Agrahat | East | 3.18 km |
| Sasanga | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Belda | East | 3.32 km |
| Banto | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Mangarajpur | North | 3.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badapadagaon
Badapadagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bada Padagaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.5 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 | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Choudwar to Badapadagaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Badapadagaon is about 20 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 Badapadagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badapadagaon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badapadagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badapadagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badapadagaon
Where is Badapadagaon located?
Badapadagaon village is located in Tangi-Choudwar Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badapadagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badapadagaon is Badasamantarapur.
What is the pincode of Badapadagaon?
The pincode of Badapadagaon is 754028.
What is the population of Badapadagaon?
Badapadagaon has a total population of 1,962, including 983 males and 979 females.
How many households are there in Badapadagaon?
There are 387 households in Badapadagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Badapadagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badapadagaon is 77.12%. Male literacy is 83.32% and female literacy is 70.89%.