Badalo
Badalo is a village located in Motunga tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Motunga (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Badalo village is also a gram panchayat.
Badalo has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Badalo
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badalo is 402940. The village spans a total geographical area of 243 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759020. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Badalo village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
When it comes to local governance, Badalo village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Hindol Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Badalo
Population of Badalo
Below is a concise population overview of Badalo as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,355 | 698 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 77 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 209 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 67 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 925 | 540 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 158 | 272 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Badalo village:
- The total population of Badalo village is around 1,355, including approximately 698 males and 657 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 145 children aged 0–6 years in Badalo village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Badalo village has 403 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 124 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Badalo village is about 68.27%, with male literacy at 77.36% and female literacy at 58.60%.
- There are around 330 households in Badalo village.
Connectivity of Badalo
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badalo. As per the 2011 stats, Badalo had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badalo
Knowing the nearby villages of Badalo helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badalo.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badalo
- Where is Badalo located?
- Badalo village is situated in Motunga Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badalo?
- Badalo serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Badalo?
- The pincode of Badalo is 759020, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badalo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badalo is 1,355, with 698 males and 657 females.
- How many households are there in Badalo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badalo village has a total of 330 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badalo as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badalo is 68.27%. The male literacy rate is 77.36%, while the female literacy rate is 58.60%.