Badagada - Asika, Ganjam
Badagada is a village situated in the Asika tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Asika and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Sidhanai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badagada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badagada is 411205. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 761110 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badagada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aska Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Badagada
As per Census 2011, Badagada village has a total population of 878 people, consisting of 456 males and 422 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 557 literate and 321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badagada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 878 | 456 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 106 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 318 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 138 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Badagada
Badagada 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 Badagada
Public transport in the Badagada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Asika to Badagada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Badagada is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badagada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badagada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badagada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badagada 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badagada
Where is Badagada located?
Badagada village is located in Asika Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badagada?
The Gram Panchayat of Badagada is Sidhanai.
What is the pincode of Badagada?
The pincode of Badagada is 761110.
What is the population of Badagada?
Badagada has a total population of 878, including 456 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Badagada?
There are 190 households in Badagada.
What is the literacy rate in Badagada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badagada is 63.44%. Male literacy is 69.74% and female literacy is 56.64%.