Badakamar - Parajang, Dhenkanal
Badakamar is a village situated in the Parajang tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parajang and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Patarpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badakamar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badakamar is 402293. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 759120 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Badakamar 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 Badakamar
According to the 2011 Census, Badakamar village had a total population of 521 people, including 273 males and 248 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.91%, with male literacy at 94.19% and female literacy at 74.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100.
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 | 521 | 273 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 227 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 46 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Badakamar
Badakamar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sankamar | West | 1.29 km |
| Panibhandar | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Katabahal | North | 1.67 km |
| Patarapada | West | 1.78 km |
| Kundandeipur | South | 1.81 km |
| Ria | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Roda | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Dihakamar | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Lodhani | North | 3.27 km |
| Kusupanga | West | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badakamar
Public transport in the Badakamar 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 66.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Talcher to Badakamar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Badakamar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badakamar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badakamar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Badakamar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badakamar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Badakamar
Where is Badakamar located?
Badakamar village is located in Parajang Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badakamar?
The Gram Panchayat of Badakamar is Patarpada.
What is the pincode of Badakamar?
The pincode of Badakamar is 759120.
What is the population of Badakamar?
Badakamar had a total population of 521, including 273 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Badakamar?
Badakamar had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badakamar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badakamar was 84.91%. Male literacy was 94.19% and female literacy was 74.89%.