Badabahal - Barkot, Deogarh
Badabahal is a village situated in the Barkot tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Debagarh and around 26 km from Debagarh. Dantaribahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badabahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badabahal is 382659. The village covers a total geographical area of 203 hectares and falls under the 768108 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Badabahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badabahal
According to the 2011 Census, Badabahal village had a total population of 645 people, including 312 males and 333 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.10%, with male literacy at 86.18% and female literacy at 68.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 381.
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 | 645 | 312 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 381 | 181 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 237 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 75 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Badabahal
Badabahal 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 Badabahal
Badabahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Debagarh to Badabahal is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badabahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badabahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badabahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badabahal 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badabahal
Where is Badabahal located?
Badabahal village is located in Barkot Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badabahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badabahal is Dantaribahal.
What is the pincode of Badabahal?
The pincode of Badabahal is 768108.
What is the population of Badabahal?
Badabahal had a total population of 645, including 312 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Badabahal?
Badabahal had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badabahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badabahal was 77.10%. Male literacy was 86.18% and female literacy was 68.69%.