Badatanda - Buguda, Ganjam
Badatanda 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. Karachuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badatanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badatanda is 410401. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Badatanda 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 Badatanda
According to the 2011 Census, Badatanda village had a total population of 140 people, including 68 males and 72 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.60%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 20.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 140 | 68 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 68 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 32 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 36 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Badatanda
Badatanda 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 Badatanda
Badatanda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Buguda to Badatanda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Badatanda 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 Badatanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badatanda 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 Badatanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badatanda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Badatanda
Where is Badatanda located?
Badatanda village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badatanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badatanda is Karachuli.
What is the pincode of Badatanda?
The pincode of Badatanda is 761118.
What is the population of Badatanda?
Badatanda had a total population of 140, including 68 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Badatanda?
Badatanda had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badatanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badatanda was 38.60%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 20.69%.