Badagola - Hindol, Dhenkanal
Badagola is a village situated in the Hindol tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hindol and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Madhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badagola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badagola is 403083. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 759021 pincode. Anugul is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Badagola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hindol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badagola
As per Census 2011, Badagola village has a total population of 369 people, consisting of 183 males and 186 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 201 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badagola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 369 | 183 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 111 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 72 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Badagola
Badagola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kantapal | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Illirisingha | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Sarasinga | North | 1.94 km |
| Kukupangi | South | 2.01 km |
| Madhapur | East | 2.14 km |
| Rajamohanpur | West | 2.24 km |
| Kantakula | East | 2.46 km |
| Sinkhola | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Nuabaga | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Tantichira | North-West | 3.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badagola
Badagola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Meramandolil, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anugul to Badagola is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Badagola is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badagola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badagola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badagola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badagola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badagola
Where is Badagola located?
Badagola village is located in Hindol Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badagola?
The Gram Panchayat of Badagola is Madhapur.
What is the pincode of Badagola?
The pincode of Badagola is 759021.
What is the population of Badagola?
Badagola has a total population of 369, including 183 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Badagola?
There are 74 households in Badagola.
What is the literacy rate in Badagola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badagola is 54.47%. Male literacy is 60.66% and female literacy is 48.39%.