Badapur - Dharakote, Ganjam
Badapur is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from Badagada and around 80 km from Chatrapur. Manikyapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badapur is 411159. The village covers a total geographical area of 303 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Badapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badapur
According to the 2011 Census, Badapur village had a total population of 735 people, including 395 males and 340 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.16%, with male literacy at 85.43% and female literacy at 49.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 181.
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 | 735 | 395 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 95 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 299 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 96 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Badapur
Badapur 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 Badapur
Badapur 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 Asika to Badapur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Badapur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badapur
Where is Badapur located?
Badapur village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Badapur is Manikyapur.
What is the pincode of Badapur?
The pincode of Badapur is 761109.
What is the population of Badapur?
Badapur had a total population of 735, including 395 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Badapur?
Badapur had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badapur was 69.16%. Male literacy was 85.43% and female literacy was 49.66%.