Badabaranga - Chikiti, Ganjam
Badabaranga is a village situated in the Chikiti tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from Nuagaon and around 62 km from Chatrapur. Kalabada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badabaranga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badabaranga is 413094. The village covers a total geographical area of 349 hectares and falls under the 761004 pincode. Chikiti is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badabaranga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badabaranga
As per Census 2011, Badabaranga village has a total population of 1,253 people, consisting of 624 males and 629 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 839 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badabaranga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,253 | 624 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 73 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 88 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 839 | 467 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 157 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Badabaranga
Badabaranga 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 Badabaranga
Badabaranga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Chikiti to Badabaranga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Badabaranga is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badabaranga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badabaranga 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badabaranga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badabaranga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badabaranga
Where is Badabaranga located?
Badabaranga village is located in Chikiti Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badabaranga?
The Gram Panchayat of Badabaranga is Kalabada.
What is the pincode of Badabaranga?
The pincode of Badabaranga is 761004.
What is the population of Badabaranga?
Badabaranga has a total population of 1,253, including 624 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Badabaranga?
There are 279 households in Badabaranga.
What is the literacy rate in Badabaranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badabaranga is 66.96%. Male literacy is 74.84% and female literacy is 59.14%.