Badijanga - Tirtol, Jagatsinghapur
Badijanga is a village situated in the Tirtol tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirtol and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Garam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badijanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badijanga is 397766. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 754136 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Badijanga 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 Badijanga
According to the 2011 Census, Badijanga village had a total population of 238 people, including 102 males and 136 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 94.85% and female literacy at 86.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 238 | 102 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 5 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 92 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 10 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Badijanga
Badijanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rankei | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Baijanga | South-West | 1.08 km |
| Durda | West | 1.20 km |
| Mardol | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Atamul | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Digoda | South | 1.80 km |
| Rasabaruan Gramsasan | East | 2.10 km |
| Sarana | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Sarala | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Arodei | South-East | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badijanga
Badijanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.6 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 Jagatsinghapur to Badijanga is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badijanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badijanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badijanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badijanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badijanga
Where is Badijanga located?
Badijanga village is located in Tirtol Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badijanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Badijanga is Garam.
What is the pincode of Badijanga?
The pincode of Badijanga is 754136.
What is the population of Badijanga?
Badijanga had a total population of 238, including 102 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Badijanga?
Badijanga had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badijanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badijanga was 90.00%. Male literacy was 94.85% and female literacy was 86.18%.