Badapachidia - Rayagada, Gajapati
Badapachidia is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Garabandha and around 90 km from Paralakhemundi. Gangabada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badapachidia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badapachidia is 414862. The village covers a total geographical area of 747 hectares and falls under the 761016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Badapachidia 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 Badapachidia
As per Census 2011, Badapachidia village has a total population of 260 people, consisting of 123 males and 137 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 1,113 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 254 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badapachidia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 260 | 123 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 30 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 254 | 119 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 46 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 77 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Badapachidia
Badapachidia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chamundia | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Sagadia | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Kantakhamba | East | 1.57 km |
| Sanapachedia | South | 1.65 km |
| Loba | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Chitiranga | West | 2.28 km |
| Sankuda | South | 2.42 km |
| Burusunda | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Badamasingi | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Bengasahi | South-West | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badapachidia
Public transport in the Badapachidia 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 141.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Badapachidia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Badapachidia is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badapachidia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badapachidia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badapachidia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badapachidia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badapachidia
Where is Badapachidia located?
Badapachidia village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badapachidia?
The Gram Panchayat of Badapachidia is Gangabada.
What is the pincode of Badapachidia?
The pincode of Badapachidia is 761016.
What is the population of Badapachidia?
Badapachidia has a total population of 260, including 123 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Badapachidia?
There are 58 households in Badapachidia.
What is the literacy rate in Badapachidia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badapachidia is 28.08%. Male literacy is 37.40% and female literacy is 19.71%.