Badasurda - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Badasurda is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Gochhandengaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badasurda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badasurda is 422435. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Badasurda 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 Badasurda
As per Census 2011, Badasurda village has a total population of 134 people, consisting of 63 males and 71 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,126 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 65 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badasurda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 134 | 63 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 26 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Badasurda
Badasurda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dutensudra | South-West | 0.73 km |
| Gochadengen | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Kujamahul | West | 1.36 km |
| Banjipadar | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Kandhasara Bahali | East | 1.78 km |
| Tarsuguda | North | 1.80 km |
| Metaguda | South | 1.89 km |
| Bakbahal | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Baliguda | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Talkuna | North-West | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badasurda
Badasurda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kesinga to Badasurda is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Badasurda is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badasurda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badasurda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badasurda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badasurda 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 Badasurda
Where is Badasurda located?
Badasurda village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badasurda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badasurda is Gochhandengaon.
What is the pincode of Badasurda?
The pincode of Badasurda is 766102.
What is the population of Badasurda?
Badasurda has a total population of 134, including 63 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Badasurda?
There are 39 households in Badasurda.
What is the literacy rate in Badasurda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badasurda is 51.49%. Male literacy is 58.73% and female literacy is 45.07%.