Badanauput - Tigiria, Cuttack
Badanauput is a village situated in the Tigiria tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tigiria and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Badanauput village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badanauput is 399023. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 754030 pincode. Athagad is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Badanauput 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 Badanauput
As per Census 2011, Badanauput village has a total population of 1,286 people, consisting of 685 males and 601 females. The village has 288 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 976 literate and 310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badanauput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,286 | 685 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 77 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 99 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 976 | 558 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 127 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Badanauput
Badanauput 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tentulia | South-East | 0.58 km |
| Bandalo | West | 1.42 km |
| Chasaanara | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Paikianara | North | 1.94 km |
| Bishnupur | West | 2.05 km |
| Baulanga | East | 2.54 km |
| Purunatigiria | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Hatamal | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Sunthipal | West | 2.80 km |
| Khandahata | East | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badanauput
Badanauput is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sarpeswar Ph, 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athagad to Badanauput is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Badanauput is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badanauput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badanauput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badanauput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badanauput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badanauput
Where is Badanauput located?
Badanauput village is located in Tigiria Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badanauput?
Badanauput is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badanauput?
The pincode of Badanauput is 754030.
What is the population of Badanauput?
Badanauput has a total population of 1,286, including 685 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Badanauput?
There are 288 households in Badanauput.
What is the literacy rate in Badanauput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badanauput is 75.89%. Male literacy is 81.46% and female literacy is 69.55%.