Badagan

Badagan is a village located in Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Rayagada (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, Narayanpur is the gram panchayat of Badagan village.

Badagan 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 Badagan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badagan is 414838. The village spans a total geographical area of 117 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761212. Rayagada is nearest town to Badagan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Badagan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Berhampur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Badagan

Below is a concise population overview of Badagan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 728 381 347
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 86 45 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) 76 44 32
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 5 3 2
Literate Population 422 246 176
Illiterate Population 306 135 171

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Badagan village:

  • The total population of Badagan village is around 728, including approximately 381 males and 347 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 86 children aged 0–6 years in Badagan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Badagan village has 76 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Badagan village is about 57.97%, with male literacy at 64.57% and female literacy at 50.72%.
  • There are around 152 households in Badagan village.

Connectivity of Badagan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badagan. As per the 2011 stats, Badagan 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Badagan

Knowing the nearby villages of Badagan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badagan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Badagan

Where is Badagan located?
Badagan village is situated in Rayagada Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badagan is Narayanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Badagan?
The pincode of Badagan is 761212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Badagan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badagan is 728, with 381 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Badagan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Badagan village has a total of 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badagan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badagan is 57.97%. The male literacy rate is 64.57%, while the female literacy rate is 50.72%.