Badamadhapur - Chhatrapur, Ganjam
Badamadhapur is a village situated in the Chhatrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatrapur and around 19.5 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Bada Madhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badamadhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badamadhapur is 412059. The village covers a total geographical area of 531 hectares and falls under the 761026 pincode. Chhatrapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Badamadhapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhatrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badamadhapur
According to the 2011 Census, Badamadhapur village had a total population of 4,950 people, including 2,561 males and 2,389 females, living in 1,056 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.92%, with male literacy at 77.90% and female literacy at 49.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,663, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 4,950 | 2,561 | 2,389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 601 | 317 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,663 | 872 | 791 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,780 | 1,748 | 1,032 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,170 | 813 | 1,357 |
Nearby Villages of Badamadhapur
Badamadhapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baranga | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Singipur | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Khurigam | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Barapalli | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Umuridharamasharanapur | East | 2.63 km |
| Bahulagam | South | 2.72 km |
| Goba | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Patlampur | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Rukunigam | South | 3.48 km |
| Mahanadapur | South-West | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badamadhapur
Badamadhapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Narasimhapura, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhatrapur to Badamadhapur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Badamadhapur is about 19.5 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badamadhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badamadhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badamadhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badamadhapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badamadhapur
Where is Badamadhapur located?
Badamadhapur village is located in Chhatrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badamadhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Badamadhapur is Bada Madhapur.
What is the pincode of Badamadhapur?
The pincode of Badamadhapur is 761026.
What is the population of Badamadhapur?
Badamadhapur had a total population of 4,950, including 2,561 males and 2,389 females.
How many households are there in Badamadhapur?
Badamadhapur had 1,056 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badamadhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badamadhapur was 63.92%. Male literacy was 77.90% and female literacy was 49.03%.