Badua - Paralakhemundi, Gajapati
Badua is a village situated in the Paralakhemundi tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Gurandi and around 15 km from Paralakhemundi. Kharasandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badua is 414663. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 761201 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Badua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paralakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badua
According to the 2011 Census, Badua village had a total population of 275 people, including 133 males and 142 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.50%, with male literacy at 49.59% and female literacy at 26.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 275 | 133 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 61 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 72 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Badua
Badua is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badua
Badua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Parlakhemundi to Badua is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Badua is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badua 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badua
Where is Badua located?
Badua village is located in Paralakhemundi Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badua?
The Gram Panchayat of Badua is Kharasandha.
What is the pincode of Badua?
The pincode of Badua is 761201.
What is the population of Badua?
Badua had a total population of 275, including 133 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Badua?
Badua had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badua was 37.50%. Male literacy was 49.59% and female literacy was 26.32%.