Badiagan - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Badiagan is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Bhanjanagar and around 115 km from Chatrapur. Gunduribadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badiagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badiagan is 410551. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Badiagan 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 Badiagan
As per Census 2011, Badiagan village has a total population of 229 people, consisting of 122 males and 107 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 179 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badiagan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 122 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 95 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 51 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 71 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Badiagan
Badiagan 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 Badiagan
Badiagan 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 >10 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 Bhanjanagar to Badiagan is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Badiagan 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 Badiagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badiagan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badiagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badiagan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badiagan
Where is Badiagan located?
Badiagan village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badiagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badiagan is Gunduribadi.
What is the pincode of Badiagan?
The pincode of Badiagan is 761126.
What is the population of Badiagan?
Badiagan has a total population of 229, including 122 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Badiagan?
There are 55 households in Badiagan.
What is the literacy rate in Badiagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badiagan is 35.37%. Male literacy is 41.80% and female literacy is 28.04%.