Badapur - Mohana, Gajapati
Badapur is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Sikulipadara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badapur is 413832. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 761017 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Badapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badapur
According to the 2011 Census, Badapur village had a total population of 476 people, including 239 males and 237 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.34%, with male literacy at 83.17% and female literacy at 50.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 139.
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 | 476 | 239 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 37 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 70 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 168 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 71 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Badapur
Badapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kutunikua | South-West | 0.65 km |
| Lundruguda | North | 0.98 km |
| Asoka | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Burapalli | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Mudumudia | East | 1.50 km |
| Hikirikumpa | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Mahakupa | South | 1.87 km |
| Pratappur | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Dhablapada | North | 2.09 km |
| Karapada | West | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badapur
Public transport in the Badapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Golanthra, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Badapur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Badapur is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badapur
Where is Badapur located?
Badapur village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Badapur is Sikulipadara.
What is the pincode of Badapur?
The pincode of Badapur is 761017.
What is the population of Badapur?
Badapur had a total population of 476, including 239 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Badapur?
Badapur had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badapur was 67.34%. Male literacy was 83.17% and female literacy was 50.78%.