Badabanigaon - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Badabanigaon is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Biswanathpur and around 63 km from Bhawanipatna. Bandhapari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badabanigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badabanigaon is 423221. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Badabanigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badabanigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Badabanigaon village had a total population of 161 people, including 82 males and 79 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.33%, with male literacy at 37.70% and female literacy at 8.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 132.
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 | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 68 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 23 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 59 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Badabanigaon
Badabanigaon 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 Badabanigaon
Badabanigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Badabanigaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Badabanigaon is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Badabanigaon is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badabanigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badabanigaon 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 Badabanigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badabanigaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badabanigaon
Where is Badabanigaon located?
Badabanigaon village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badabanigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badabanigaon is Bandhapari.
What is the pincode of Badabanigaon?
The pincode of Badabanigaon is 766020.
What is the population of Badabanigaon?
Badabanigaon had a total population of 161, including 82 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Badabanigaon?
Badabanigaon had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badabanigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badabanigaon was 23.33%. Male literacy was 37.70% and female literacy was 8.47%.