Badadumula - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Badadumula is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Bada-dumula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badadumula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badadumula is 412873. The village covers a total geographical area of 770 hectares and falls under the 761042 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Badadumula 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 Badadumula
As per Census 2011, Badadumula village has a total population of 2,659 people, consisting of 1,281 males and 1,378 females. The village has 597 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,370 literate and 1,289 illiterate residents. Additionally, 562 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 563 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badadumula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,659 | 1,281 | 1,378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 174 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 562 | 279 | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 563 | 248 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 1,370 | 742 | 628 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,289 | 539 | 750 |
Nearby Villages of Badadumula
Badadumula 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Krushnakrupamayapur | South | 0.91 km |
| Brundabanapalli | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Ambapur | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Birapadmanabhapur | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Jangama | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Sanadumula | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Jharipadar | North | 2.66 km |
| Sumantapur | West | 2.80 km |
| Dhamanapadar | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Nuabandhapalli | South-West | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badadumula
Badadumula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Golanthra, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 130.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Digapahandi to Badadumula is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Badadumula is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badadumula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badadumula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badadumula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badadumula 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 Badadumula
Where is Badadumula located?
Badadumula village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badadumula?
The Gram Panchayat of Badadumula is Bada-dumula.
What is the pincode of Badadumula?
The pincode of Badadumula is 761042.
What is the population of Badadumula?
Badadumula has a total population of 2,659, including 1,281 males and 1,378 females.
How many households are there in Badadumula?
There are 597 households in Badadumula.
What is the literacy rate in Badadumula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badadumula is 51.52%. Male literacy is 57.92% and female literacy is 45.57%.