Badajhara - Parajang, Dhenkanal
Badajhara is a village situated in the Parajang tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parajang and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Badajhara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badajhara is 402271. The village covers a total geographical area of 787 hectares and falls under the 759120 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Badajhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badajhara
As per Census 2011, Badajhara village has a total population of 3,457 people, consisting of 1,756 males and 1,701 females. The village has 802 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 373 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,353 literate and 1,104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 430 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badajhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,457 | 1,756 | 1,701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 201 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 430 | 210 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 53 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 2,353 | 1,337 | 1,016 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,104 | 419 | 685 |
Nearby Villages of Badajhara
Badajhara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jautukapasi | South | 1.79 km |
| Kapasira | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Muktapasi | East | 3.58 km |
| Kankadasoda | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Barihapur | South-West | 4.16 km |
| Kamarda | North-East | 4.63 km |
| Basoi | South | 4.70 km |
| Kantor | West | 4.73 km |
| Bansiballavpur | West | 5.42 km |
| Bhejipada | West | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badajhara
Badajhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Burhapanka, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kamakshyanagar to Badajhara is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Badajhara is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badajhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badajhara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badajhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badajhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badajhara
Where is Badajhara located?
Badajhara village is located in Parajang Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badajhara?
Badajhara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badajhara?
The pincode of Badajhara is 759120.
What is the population of Badajhara?
Badajhara has a total population of 3,457, including 1,756 males and 1,701 females.
How many households are there in Badajhara?
There are 802 households in Badajhara.
What is the literacy rate in Badajhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badajhara is 68.06%. Male literacy is 76.14% and female literacy is 59.73%.