Badagan - R.Udayagiri, Gajapati
Badagan is a village situated in the R.Udayagiri tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Ramagiri and around 68 km from Paralakhemundi. Anagha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badagan is 415033. The village covers a total geographical area of 801 hectares and falls under the 761016 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Badagan 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 Badagan
According to the 2011 Census, Badagan village had a total population of 501 people, including 244 males and 257 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.36%, with male literacy at 65.95% and female literacy at 26.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 282.
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 | 501 | 244 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 59 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 137 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 122 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 122 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Badagan
Badagan 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 Badagan
Public transport in the Badagan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parlakhemundi to Badagan is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Badagan is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badagan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badagan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badagan
Where is Badagan located?
Badagan village is located in R.Udayagiri Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badagan is Anagha.
What is the pincode of Badagan?
The pincode of Badagan is 761016.
What is the population of Badagan?
Badagan had a total population of 501, including 244 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Badagan?
Badagan had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badagan was 46.36%. Male literacy was 65.95% and female literacy was 26.88%.