Badanagena - Dhenkanal Sadar, Dhenkanal
Badanagena is a village situated in the Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhenkanal Sadar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Banasingh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badanagena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badanagena is 403185. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 759014 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Badanagena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badanagena
According to the 2011 Census, Badanagena village had a total population of 276 people, including 143 males and 133 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.05%, with male literacy at 94.35% and female literacy at 89.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 276 | 143 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 117 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 26 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Badanagena
Badanagena 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tavapal | South | 0.92 km |
| Chhadasing | North | 1.11 km |
| Naganarayati | West | 1.24 km |
| Tilapada | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Muliapur | North | 2.21 km |
| Kotapal | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Chaulia | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Mandapal | South | 2.73 km |
| Bhuinpur | North | 3.13 km |
| Talajhagadapada | West | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badanagena
Public transport in the Badanagena is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhenkanal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dhenkanal to Badanagena is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badanagena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badanagena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badanagena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badanagena 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 Badanagena
Where is Badanagena located?
Badanagena village is located in Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badanagena?
The Gram Panchayat of Badanagena is Banasingh.
What is the pincode of Badanagena?
The pincode of Badanagena is 759014.
What is the population of Badanagena?
Badanagena had a total population of 276, including 143 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Badanagena?
Badanagena had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badanagena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badanagena was 92.05%. Male literacy was 94.35% and female literacy was 89.57%.