Badabundel - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Badabundel is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Th.rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badabundel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badabundel is 424400. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Badabundel 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 Badabundel
According to the 2011 Census, Badabundel village had a total population of 327 people, including 153 males and 174 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,137 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.34%, with male literacy at 47.73% and female literacy at 24.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 184.
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 | 327 | 153 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 87 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 63 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 90 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Badabundel
Badabundel 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 Badabundel
Badabundel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhawanipatna to Badabundel is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badabundel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badabundel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badabundel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badabundel 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 Badabundel
Where is Badabundel located?
Badabundel village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badabundel?
The Gram Panchayat of Badabundel is Th.rampur.
What is the pincode of Badabundel?
The pincode of Badabundel is 766037.
What is the population of Badabundel?
Badabundel had a total population of 327, including 153 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Badabundel?
Badabundel had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badabundel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badabundel was 35.34%. Male literacy was 47.73% and female literacy was 24.50%.