Badabadangi - Surada, Ganjam
Badabadangi is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Bada Badangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badabadangi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badabadangi is 410888. The village covers a total geographical area of 227 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Badabadangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badabadangi
As per Census 2011, Badabadangi village has a total population of 1,440 people, consisting of 740 males and 700 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 619 literate and 821 illiterate residents. Additionally, 372 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badabadangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,440 | 740 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 105 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 372 | 188 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 52 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 619 | 374 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 821 | 366 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Badabadangi
Badabadangi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanabadangi | South | 0.74 km |
| Belapanu | East | 1.27 km |
| Kusapalli | South | 1.30 km |
| Saranauti | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Labanisara | North | 2.75 km |
| Hukuma | East | 3.59 km |
| Mayangi | North | 3.73 km |
| Renti | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Madhuapalli | East | 3.84 km |
| Dhepapalli | North | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badabadangi
Badabadangi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.8 km.
| 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 Surada to Badabadangi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Badabadangi is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badabadangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badabadangi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badabadangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badabadangi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badabadangi
Where is Badabadangi located?
Badabadangi village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badabadangi?
The Gram Panchayat of Badabadangi is Bada Badangi.
What is the pincode of Badabadangi?
The pincode of Badabadangi is 761108.
What is the population of Badabadangi?
Badabadangi has a total population of 1,440, including 740 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Badabadangi?
There are 294 households in Badabadangi.
What is the literacy rate in Badabadangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badabadangi is 42.99%. Male literacy is 50.54% and female literacy is 35.00%.