Badaburuda - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Badaburuda is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Basudebapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badaburuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badaburuda is 412819. The village covers a total geographical area of 454 hectares and falls under the 761054 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Badaburuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badaburuda
As per Census 2011, Badaburuda village has a total population of 91 people, consisting of 46 males and 45 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badaburuda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 91 | 46 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 46 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 38 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Badaburuda
Badaburuda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kusaput | South | 1.43 km |
| Chadhiagarada | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Sanaburuda | North | 1.65 km |
| Dhepaguda | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Gudarikandha | West | 2.24 km |
| Dankari | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Talahaladibeni | South | 2.60 km |
| Gopalpur | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Mareibadi | West | 3.25 km |
| Jakarapalli | North-West | 3.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badaburuda
Badaburuda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 123.6 km.
| 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 Brahmapur to Badaburuda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Badaburuda is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badaburuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badaburuda 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 Badaburuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badaburuda 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 Badaburuda
Where is Badaburuda located?
Badaburuda village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badaburuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badaburuda is Basudebapur.
What is the pincode of Badaburuda?
The pincode of Badaburuda is 761054.
What is the population of Badaburuda?
Badaburuda has a total population of 91, including 46 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Badaburuda?
There are 24 households in Badaburuda.
What is the literacy rate in Badaburuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badaburuda is 15.38%. Male literacy is 17.39% and female literacy is 13.33%.