Badenigan - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Badenigan is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 129 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khamankhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badenigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badenigan is 416483. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Badenigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badenigan
According to the 2011 Census, Badenigan village had a total population of 36 people, including 21 males and 15 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 714 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.97%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 36.
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 | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 7 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Badenigan
Badenigan 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 Badenigan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Badenigan.
| 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 Sonapur to Badenigan is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Badenigan is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badenigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badenigan 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 Badenigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badenigan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Badenigan
Where is Badenigan located?
Badenigan village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badenigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badenigan is Khamankhol.
What is the pincode of Badenigan?
The pincode of Badenigan is 762110.
What is the population of Badenigan?
Badenigan had a total population of 36, including 21 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Badenigan?
Badenigan had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badenigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badenigan was 70.97%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 57.14%.