Badheikateni - Dhenkanal Sadar, Dhenkanal
Badheikateni is a village situated in the Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhenkanal Sadar and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Bhalibol Kateni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badheikateni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badheikateni is 403315. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 759015 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Badheikateni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhenkanal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Badheikateni
According to the 2011 Census, Badheikateni village had a total population of 182 people, including 95 males and 87 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.29%, with male literacy at 62.34% and female literacy at 44.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 181.
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 | 182 | 95 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 48 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 47 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Badheikateni
Badheikateni 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 Badheikateni
Badheikateni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Badheikateni.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhenkanal to Badheikateni is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badheikateni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badheikateni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badheikateni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badheikateni 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 Badheikateni
Where is Badheikateni located?
Badheikateni village is located in Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badheikateni?
The Gram Panchayat of Badheikateni is Bhalibol Kateni.
What is the pincode of Badheikateni?
The pincode of Badheikateni is 759015.
What is the population of Badheikateni?
Badheikateni had a total population of 182, including 95 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Badheikateni?
Badheikateni had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badheikateni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badheikateni was 53.29%. Male literacy was 62.34% and female literacy was 44.00%.