Badamasingi - Rayagada, Gajapati
Badamasingi is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Garabandha and around 50 km from Paralakhemundi. Koinpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badamasingi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badamasingi is 414857. The village covers a total geographical area of 370 hectares and falls under the 761016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Badamasingi 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 Badamasingi
According to the 2011 Census, Badamasingi village had a total population of 144 people, including 67 males and 77 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,149 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.70%, with male literacy at 80.36% and female literacy at 31.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 144 | 67 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 67 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 45 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 22 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Badamasingi
Badamasingi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chitiranga | South | 1.06 km |
| Madaba | North | 1.49 km |
| Chamundia | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Dungudunga | West | 1.87 km |
| Teraba | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Raisingi | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Badapachidia | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Burusunda | South | 2.56 km |
| R.f. No. 35 | West | 2.80 km |
| Koinpur | South-West | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badamasingi
Badamasingi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mandasa Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 139.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Rayagada to Badamasingi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Badamasingi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badamasingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badamasingi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badamasingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badamasingi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badamasingi
Where is Badamasingi located?
Badamasingi village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badamasingi?
The Gram Panchayat of Badamasingi is Koinpur.
What is the pincode of Badamasingi?
The pincode of Badamasingi is 761016.
What is the population of Badamasingi?
Badamasingi had a total population of 144, including 67 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Badamasingi?
Badamasingi had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badamasingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badamasingi was 54.70%. Male literacy was 80.36% and female literacy was 31.15%.