Badagunduri Badi - Jagannath Prasad, Ganjam
Badagunduri Badi is a village situated in the Jagannath Prasad tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from Tarasingi and around 152 km from Chatrapur. Rudhapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badagunduri Badi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badagunduri Badi is 410244. The village covers a total geographical area of 471 hectares and falls under the 761131 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Badagunduri Badi 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 Badagunduri Badi
According to the 2011 Census, Badagunduri Badi village had a total population of 976 people, including 496 males and 480 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.98%, with male literacy at 73.75% and female literacy at 48.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 271, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 91.
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 | 976 | 496 | 480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 77 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 137 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 309 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 187 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Badagunduri Badi
Badagunduri Badi 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 Badagunduri Badi
Badagunduri Badi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Badagunduri Badi is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Badagunduri Badi is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badagunduri Badi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badagunduri Badi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badagunduri Badi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badagunduri Badi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badagunduri Badi
Where is Badagunduri Badi located?
Badagunduri Badi village is located in Jagannath Prasad Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badagunduri Badi?
The Gram Panchayat of Badagunduri Badi is Rudhapadar.
What is the pincode of Badagunduri Badi?
The pincode of Badagunduri Badi is 761131.
What is the population of Badagunduri Badi?
Badagunduri Badi had a total population of 976, including 496 males and 480 females.
How many households are there in Badagunduri Badi?
Badagunduri Badi had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badagunduri Badi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badagunduri Badi was 60.98%. Male literacy was 73.75% and female literacy was 48.21%.