Badigan
Badigan is a village located in Bhanjanagar tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanjanagar (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Mujagada is the gram panchayat of Badigan village.
Badigan has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam 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 Badigan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badigan is 410551. The village spans a total geographical area of 22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761132. Bhanjanagar is nearest town to Badigan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Badigan
Population of Badigan
Below is a concise population overview of Badigan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 122 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 95 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 51 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 71 | 77 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Badigan village:
- The total population of Badigan village is around 229, including approximately 122 males and 107 females, with a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 33 children aged 0–6 years in Badigan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Badigan village has 28 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 179 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Badigan village is about 35.37%, with male literacy at 41.80% and female literacy at 28.04%.
- There are around 55 households in Badigan village.
Connectivity of Badigan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badigan. As per the 2011 stats, Badigan 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badigan
Knowing the nearby villages of Badigan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badigan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badigan
- Where is Badigan located?
- Badigan village is situated in Bhanjanagar Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badigan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Badigan is Mujagada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Badigan?
- The pincode of Badigan is 761132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badigan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badigan is 229, with 122 males and 107 females.
- How many households are there in Badigan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badigan village has a total of 55 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badigan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badigan is 35.37%. The male literacy rate is 41.80%, while the female literacy rate is 28.04%.