Badamahuri - Kabisuryanagar, Ganjam
Badamahuri is a village situated in the Kabisuryanagar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kabisuryanagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Badamahuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badamahuri is 411443. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 761041 pincode. Purusottampur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Badamahuri 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 Badamahuri
According to the 2011 Census, Badamahuri village had a total population of 3,053 people, including 1,488 males and 1,565 females, living in 613 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.40%, with male literacy at 74.05% and female literacy at 51.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,253, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 3,053 | 1,488 | 1,565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 197 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,253 | 595 | 658 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,673 | 956 | 717 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,380 | 532 | 848 |
Nearby Villages of Badamahuri
Badamahuri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramasananarayanapur | South | 1.07 km |
| Nutanaramasabagada | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Risipur | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Muktamalachampatipur | North | 1.83 km |
| Loharadhepagundirijhola | East | 1.96 km |
| Khairapalli | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Duarabagada | North | 2.68 km |
| Patharapalli | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Arakhapur | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Deogam | North-East | 3.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badamahuri
Badamahuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rambha, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.5 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 Purusottampur to Badamahuri is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Badamahuri is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badamahuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badamahuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badamahuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badamahuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badamahuri
Where is Badamahuri located?
Badamahuri village is located in Kabisuryanagar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badamahuri?
Badamahuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badamahuri?
The pincode of Badamahuri is 761041.
What is the population of Badamahuri?
Badamahuri had a total population of 3,053, including 1,488 males and 1,565 females.
How many households are there in Badamahuri?
Badamahuri had 613 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badamahuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badamahuri was 62.40%. Male literacy was 74.05% and female literacy was 51.58%.