Badapada - Buguda, Ganjam
Badapada is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Karasingi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badapada is 410355. The village covers a total geographical area of 201 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Badapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badapada
As per Census 2011, Badapada village has a total population of 161 people, consisting of 85 males and 76 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 74 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161 | 85 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 47 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 38 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Badapada
Badapada 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 Badapada
Badapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Buguda to Badapada is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Badapada is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badapada 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 Badapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badapada 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 Badapada
Where is Badapada located?
Badapada village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Badapada is Karasingi.
What is the pincode of Badapada?
The pincode of Badapada is 761118.
What is the population of Badapada?
Badapada has a total population of 161, including 85 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Badapada?
There are 41 households in Badapada.
What is the literacy rate in Badapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badapada is 45.96%. Male literacy is 55.29% and female literacy is 35.53%.