Badapur - Patrapur, Ganjam
Badapur is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Jarada and around 80 km from Chatrapur. Badapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badapur is 413263. The village covers a total geographical area of 233 hectares and falls under the 761005 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Badapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badapur
As per Census 2011, Badapur village has a total population of 1,714 people, consisting of 875 males and 839 females. The village has 407 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,006 literate and 708 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,714 | 875 | 839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 92 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 116 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 1,006 | 593 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 708 | 282 | 426 |
Nearby Villages of Badapur
Badapur 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 Badapur
Badapur 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 Brahmapur to Badapur is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Badapur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badapur
Where is Badapur located?
Badapur village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badapur?
Badapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badapur?
The pincode of Badapur is 761005.
What is the population of Badapur?
Badapur has a total population of 1,714, including 875 males and 839 females.
How many households are there in Badapur?
There are 407 households in Badapur.
What is the literacy rate in Badapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badapur is 58.69%. Male literacy is 67.77% and female literacy is 49.23%.