Badangi - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Badangi is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Tarasingi and around 115 km from Chatrapur. Harigada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badangi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badangi is 410262. The village covers a total geographical area of 406 hectares and falls under the 761131 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Badangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badangi
According to the 2011 Census, Badangi village had a total population of 3,612 people, including 1,879 males and 1,733 females, living in 876 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.52%, with male literacy at 82.28% and female literacy at 60.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,217, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 514.
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 | 3,612 | 1,879 | 1,733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 248 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,217 | 620 | 597 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 514 | 266 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 2,260 | 1,342 | 918 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,352 | 537 | 815 |
Nearby Villages of Badangi
Badangi 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 Badangi
Badangi 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 Bhanjanagar to Badangi is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Badangi is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badangi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badangi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badangi
Where is Badangi located?
Badangi village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badangi?
The Gram Panchayat of Badangi is Harigada.
What is the pincode of Badangi?
The pincode of Badangi is 761131.
What is the population of Badangi?
Badangi had a total population of 3,612, including 1,879 males and 1,733 females.
How many households are there in Badangi?
Badangi had 876 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badangi was 71.52%. Male literacy was 82.28% and female literacy was 60.04%.