Badadungiri Guda - Karlamunda, Kalahandi
Badadungiri Guda is a village situated in the Karlamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Madanpur Rampur and around 85 km from Bhawanipatna. Gajabahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badadungiri Guda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badadungiri Guda is 422426. The village covers a total geographical area of 353 hectares and falls under the 766031 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Badadungiri Guda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badadungiri Guda
As per Census 2011, Badadungiri Guda village has a total population of 1,231 people, consisting of 635 males and 596 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 825 literate and 406 illiterate residents. Additionally, 307 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 137 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badadungiri Guda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,231 | 635 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 78 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 159 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 65 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 477 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 158 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Badadungiri Guda
Badadungiri Guda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gajabahal | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Bhalupia | South | 1.59 km |
| Abujbahal | North | 1.89 km |
| Dangarmunda | East | 2.25 km |
| Dhumabhata | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Odiya Munda | West | 2.83 km |
| Salandiamunda | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Kansil | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Kumerpata | East | 3.16 km |
| Tetengpadar | North | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badadungiri Guda
Badadungiri Guda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.4 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 Kesinga to Badadungiri Guda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Badadungiri Guda is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badadungiri Guda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badadungiri Guda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badadungiri Guda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badadungiri Guda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badadungiri Guda
Where is Badadungiri Guda located?
Badadungiri Guda village is located in Karlamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badadungiri Guda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badadungiri Guda is Gajabahal.
What is the pincode of Badadungiri Guda?
The pincode of Badadungiri Guda is 766031.
What is the population of Badadungiri Guda?
Badadungiri Guda has a total population of 1,231, including 635 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Badadungiri Guda?
There are 308 households in Badadungiri Guda.
What is the literacy rate in Badadungiri Guda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badadungiri Guda is 67.02%. Male literacy is 75.12% and female literacy is 58.39%.