Badapodaguda - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Badapodaguda is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Badapodaguda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badapodaguda is 424074. The village covers a total geographical area of 2018 hectares and falls under the 766028 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Badapodaguda 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 Badapodaguda
As per Census 2011, Badapodaguda village has a total population of 6,184 people, consisting of 3,066 males and 3,118 females. The village has 1,650 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 850 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,977 literate and 3,207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 619 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,206 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badapodaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,184 | 3,066 | 3,118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 850 | 431 | 419 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 619 | 290 | 329 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,206 | 1,099 | 1,107 |
| Literate Population | 2,977 | 1,883 | 1,094 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,207 | 1,183 | 2,024 |
Nearby Villages of Badapodaguda
Badapodaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badakenduguda | North | 2.75 km |
| Siuni | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Ampani | South | 3.18 km |
| Dhobenchanchara | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Dudukathenga | North | 4.25 km |
| Kandagarh | South | 4.53 km |
| Kaudola | East | 4.80 km |
| Barahadanga | South-East | 5.05 km |
| Kendudangari | East | 5.15 km |
| Bobaria | North-East | 6.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badapodaguda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Badapodaguda. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Badapodaguda is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badapodaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badapodaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badapodaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badapodaguda 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 Badapodaguda
Where is Badapodaguda located?
Badapodaguda village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badapodaguda?
Badapodaguda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badapodaguda?
The pincode of Badapodaguda is 766028.
What is the population of Badapodaguda?
Badapodaguda has a total population of 6,184, including 3,066 males and 3,118 females.
How many households are there in Badapodaguda?
There are 1,650 households in Badapodaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Badapodaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badapodaguda is 48.14%. Male literacy is 61.42% and female literacy is 35.09%.