Badaagula - Kabisuryanagar, Ganjam
Badaagula is a village situated in the Kabisuryanagar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kabisuryanagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gangapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badaagula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badaagula is 411427. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 761104 pincode. Kavisurjyanagar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Badaagula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badaagula
According to the 2011 Census, Badaagula village had a total population of 2,464 people, including 1,183 males and 1,281 females, living in 600 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.46%, with male literacy at 81.74% and female literacy at 56.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 249.
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 | 2,464 | 1,183 | 1,281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 148 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 111 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,498 | 846 | 652 |
| Illiterate Population | 966 | 337 | 629 |
Nearby Villages of Badaagula
Badaagula 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pithapur | North | 1.58 km |
| Baksipalli | South | 1.77 km |
| Sanamuktamalajemadeipur | South | 3.00 km |
| Inam Taliamapalli | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Athagadapatna | East | 3.30 km |
| Santararatnapalli | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Gunthapada | North | 3.74 km |
| Ektala Bira Balunkeswarpur | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Baunsia | North | 4.14 km |
| Rampudi | North-West | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badaagula
Badaagula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Narasimhapura, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.1 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 Kavisurjyanagar to Badaagula is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Badaagula is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badaagula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badaagula 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 Badaagula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badaagula 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badaagula
Where is Badaagula located?
Badaagula village is located in Kabisuryanagar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badaagula?
The Gram Panchayat of Badaagula is Gangapur.
What is the pincode of Badaagula?
The pincode of Badaagula is 761104.
What is the population of Badaagula?
Badaagula had a total population of 2,464, including 1,183 males and 1,281 females.
How many households are there in Badaagula?
Badaagula had 600 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badaagula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badaagula was 68.46%. Male literacy was 81.74% and female literacy was 56.55%.