Badadarla - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Badadarla is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dumerpadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badadarla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badadarla is 424424. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Badadarla 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 Badadarla
As per Census 2011, Badadarla village has a total population of 196 people, consisting of 101 males and 95 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 39 literate and 157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 103 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badadarla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 196 | 101 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 54 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 30 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 71 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Badadarla
Badadarla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanadarla | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Barakaudi | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Bisamagiri | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Kumbharkani | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Dumerpadar | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Ranipadar | North | 2.60 km |
| Birmalguda | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Damamunda | South | 3.34 km |
| Kamaraghat | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Talajhapi | North-East | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badadarla
Badadarla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Leliguma, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Badadarla is about 85 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 Badadarla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badadarla 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badadarla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badadarla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badadarla
Where is Badadarla located?
Badadarla village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badadarla?
The Gram Panchayat of Badadarla is Dumerpadar.
What is the pincode of Badadarla?
The pincode of Badadarla is 766037.
What is the population of Badadarla?
Badadarla has a total population of 196, including 101 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Badadarla?
There are 49 households in Badadarla.
What is the literacy rate in Badadarla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badadarla is 19.90%. Male literacy is 29.70% and female literacy is 9.47%.