Badakorakor - Raghunathapur, Jagatsinghapur
Badakorakor is a village situated in the Raghunathapur tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Jagatsinghapur and around 12 km from Jagatsinghapur . Odheikula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badakorakor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badakorakor is 397826. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 754132 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Badakorakor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirtol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badakorakor
According to the 2011 Census, Badakorakor village had a total population of 1,516 people, including 777 males and 739 females, living in 350 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.39%, with male literacy at 95.78% and female literacy at 82.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 356.
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 | 1,516 | 777 | 739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 89 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 179 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,205 | 659 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 118 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Badakorakor
Badakorakor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanakorakor | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Tanara | East | 1.20 km |
| Gualipur | North | 1.44 km |
| Amadarada | South | 1.44 km |
| Ayara | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Adheikul | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Sanasalijanga | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Gurudia | North | 2.22 km |
| Kapaleswar | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Mandarpur | North-West | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badakorakor
Badakorakor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Banbihari Gwalipur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Badakorakor is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badakorakor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badakorakor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badakorakor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badakorakor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badakorakor
Where is Badakorakor located?
Badakorakor village is located in Raghunathapur Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badakorakor?
The Gram Panchayat of Badakorakor is Odheikula.
What is the pincode of Badakorakor?
The pincode of Badakorakor is 754132.
What is the population of Badakorakor?
Badakorakor had a total population of 1,516, including 777 males and 739 females.
How many households are there in Badakorakor?
Badakorakor had 350 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badakorakor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badakorakor was 89.39%. Male literacy was 95.78% and female literacy was 82.73%.