Baddarha - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Baddarha is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from Rengali and around 70 km from Jharsuguda. Badimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baddarha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baddarha is 380986. The village covers a total geographical area of 488 hectares and falls under the 768226 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Baddarha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baddarha
As per Census 2011, Baddarha village has a total population of 1,095 people, consisting of 542 males and 553 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 802 literate and 293 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baddarha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,095 | 542 | 553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 50 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 61 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 802 | 431 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 111 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Baddarha
Baddarha 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 Baddarha
Baddarha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belpahar to Baddarha is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Baddarha is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baddarha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baddarha 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Baddarha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baddarha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baddarha
Where is Baddarha located?
Baddarha village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baddarha?
The Gram Panchayat of Baddarha is Badimal.
What is the pincode of Baddarha?
The pincode of Baddarha is 768226.
What is the population of Baddarha?
Baddarha has a total population of 1,095, including 542 males and 553 females.
How many households are there in Baddarha?
There are 216 households in Baddarha.
What is the literacy rate in Baddarha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baddarha is 73.24%. Male literacy is 79.52% and female literacy is 67.09%.