Badagam

Badagam is a village located in Gurandi tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Gurandi (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, Agarakhandi is the gram panchayat of Badagam village.

Badagam has its own place in the vibrant Gajapati 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 Badagam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badagam is 414708. The village spans a total geographical area of 222 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761211. Parlakhemundi is nearest town to Badagam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Badagam

Below is a concise population overview of Badagam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 651 330 321
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 70 46 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) 32 17 15
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 273 172 101
Illiterate Population 378 158 220

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Badagam village:

  • The total population of Badagam village is around 651, including approximately 330 males and 321 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 70 children aged 0–6 years in Badagam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Badagam village has 32 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Badagam village is about 41.94%, with male literacy at 52.12% and female literacy at 31.46%.
  • There are around 164 households in Badagam village.

Connectivity of Badagam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badagam. As per the 2011 stats, Badagam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Badagam

Knowing the nearby villages of Badagam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badagam.

Tamparkakiti Ranadevi Rajasitapur Mandaladevi Vinala Bagasola Kamadhenu Agarkhandi Gajapatinagar Saradhapur Subhadranarayandeopeta

Frequently Asked Questions about Badagam

Where is Badagam located?
Badagam village is situated in Gurandi Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badagam?
The Gram Panchayat of Badagam is Agarakhandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Badagam?
The pincode of Badagam is 761211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Badagam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badagam is 651, with 330 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Badagam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Badagam village has a total of 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badagam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badagam is 41.94%. The male literacy rate is 52.12%, while the female literacy rate is 31.46%.