Badagan - Rayagada, Gajapati
Badagan is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayagada and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Narayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badagan is 414838. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 761016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 5 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
As per Census 2011, Badagan village has a total population of 728 people, consisting of 381 males and 347 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 422 literate and 306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badagan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Badagan
Badagan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kantragada | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Bomika | West | 1.27 km |
| Narayanpur | North | 1.30 km |
| Chintapali | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Adasingi | East | 1.84 km |
| Batisiripur | West | 2.36 km |
| Sailoda | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Landahati | East | 2.56 km |
| Rajapur | South | 2.60 km |
| Buguda | West | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badagan
Badagan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parlakhemundi, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 134.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Badagan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Badagan is about 16 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badagan
Where is Badagan located?
Badagan village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badagan is Narayanpur.
What is the pincode of Badagan?
The pincode of Badagan is 761016.
What is the population of Badagan?
Badagan has a total population of 728, including 381 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Badagan?
There are 152 households in Badagan.
What is the literacy rate in Badagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badagan is 57.97%. Male literacy is 64.57% and female literacy is 50.72%.