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.

Here you can discover what makes Badagam unique in its vibrant Gurandi-Gajapati region. You’ll see Badagam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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

According to the 2011 Census, Badagam has a total population of about 651, with approximately 330 males and 321 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 70 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 32 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.94%, with male literacy at about 52.12% and female literacy near 31.46%. There are around 164 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badagam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

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

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.

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%.