Badatemari - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Badatemari is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Badatemari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badatemari is 424082. The village covers a total geographical area of 497 hectares and falls under the 766017 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Badatemari 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 Badatemari
According to the 2011 Census, Badatemari village had a total population of 1,316 people, including 667 males and 649 females, living in 342 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.19%, with male literacy at 79.32% and female literacy at 47.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 454, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 447.
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 | 1,316 | 667 | 649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 106 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 454 | 234 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 447 | 216 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 709 | 445 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 222 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Badatemari
Badatemari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhalubutura | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Santemari | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Khutuluguda | West | 2.82 km |
| Moter | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Thelkomunda | South | 2.98 km |
| Bindhaniguda | East | 3.15 km |
| Arebeda | South | 3.46 km |
| Matualguda | South-West | 4.46 km |
| Jalatamunda | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Kandulbandh (i) | East | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badatemari
Badatemari 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 46.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Badatemari is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Badatemari is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badatemari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badatemari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badatemari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badatemari 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 Badatemari
Where is Badatemari located?
Badatemari village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badatemari?
Badatemari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badatemari?
The pincode of Badatemari is 766017.
What is the population of Badatemari?
Badatemari had a total population of 1,316, including 667 males and 649 females.
How many households are there in Badatemari?
Badatemari had 342 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badatemari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badatemari was 63.19%. Male literacy was 79.32% and female literacy was 47.06%.