Badajamkiheju - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Badajamkiheju is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Biswanathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badajamkiheju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badajamkiheju is 422915. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Badajamkiheju 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 Badajamkiheju
According to the 2011 Census, Badajamkiheju village had a total population of 153 people, including 75 males and 78 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.57%, with male literacy at 33.87% and female literacy at 23.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
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 | 153 | 75 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 54 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Badajamkiheju
Badajamkiheju 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 Badajamkiheju
Public transport in the Badajamkiheju is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badajamkiheju.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Badajamkiheju is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badajamkiheju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badajamkiheju 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 Badajamkiheju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badajamkiheju 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badajamkiheju
Where is Badajamkiheju located?
Badajamkiheju village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badajamkiheju?
The Gram Panchayat of Badajamkiheju is Biswanathpur.
What is the pincode of Badajamkiheju?
The pincode of Badajamkiheju is 766020.
What is the population of Badajamkiheju?
Badajamkiheju had a total population of 153, including 75 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Badajamkiheju?
Badajamkiheju had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badajamkiheju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badajamkiheju was 28.57%. Male literacy was 33.87% and female literacy was 23.44%.