Badfurla - Dharamgarh, Kalahandi
Badfurla is a village situated in the Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharamgarh and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Badbafla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badfurla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badfurla is 423985. The village covers a total geographical area of 641 hectares and falls under the 766015 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Badfurla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badfurla
As per Census 2011, Badfurla village has a total population of 2,444 people, consisting of 1,207 males and 1,237 females. The village has 621 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 380 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,122 literate and 1,322 illiterate residents. Additionally, 698 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,515 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badfurla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,444 | 1,207 | 1,237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 204 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 698 | 345 | 353 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,515 | 748 | 767 |
| Literate Population | 1,122 | 703 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,322 | 504 | 818 |
Nearby Villages of Badfurla
Badfurla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanfurla | East | 1.97 km |
| Rankabahal | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Biramal | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Nandagaon | South-West | 2.69 km |
| Rahurahaldi | North | 2.98 km |
| Chhoriagada | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Ghulijuba | South-East | 4.10 km |
| Boden | West | 4.29 km |
| Ichhapur | West | 4.63 km |
| Dabripadar | South-West | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badfurla
Badfurla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.1 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Badfurla is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Badfurla is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badfurla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badfurla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badfurla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badfurla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badfurla
Where is Badfurla located?
Badfurla village is located in Dharamgarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badfurla?
The Gram Panchayat of Badfurla is Badbafla.
What is the pincode of Badfurla?
The pincode of Badfurla is 766015.
What is the population of Badfurla?
Badfurla has a total population of 2,444, including 1,207 males and 1,237 females.
How many households are there in Badfurla?
There are 621 households in Badfurla.
What is the literacy rate in Badfurla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badfurla is 45.91%. Male literacy is 58.24% and female literacy is 33.87%.