Badigan
Badigan is a village located in Kashinagara tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Kashinagara (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, Khandava is the gram panchayat of Badigan village.
Badigan 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 Badigan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badigan is 414497. The village spans a total geographical area of 897 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761206. Kashinagara is nearest town to Badigan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Badigan
Population of Badigan
Below is a concise population overview of Badigan 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 | 943 | 458 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 65 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 28 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 123 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 227 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 231 | 368 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Badigan village:
- The total population of Badigan village is around 943, including approximately 458 males and 485 females, with a sex ratio of 1058 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 140 children aged 0–6 years in Badigan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Badigan village has 75 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 259 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Badigan village is about 36.48%, with male literacy at 49.56% and female literacy at 24.12%.
- There are around 228 households in Badigan village.
Connectivity of Badigan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badigan. As per the 2011 stats, Badigan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badigan
Knowing the nearby villages of Badigan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badigan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badigan
- Where is Badigan located?
- Badigan village is situated in Kashinagara Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badigan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Badigan is Khandava (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Badigan?
- The pincode of Badigan is 761206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badigan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badigan is 943, with 458 males and 485 females.
- How many households are there in Badigan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badigan village has a total of 228 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badigan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badigan is 36.48%. The male literacy rate is 49.56%, while the female literacy rate is 24.12%.