Badrukia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Badrukia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Budrukia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badrukia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badrukia is 416614. The village covers a total geographical area of 267 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Badrukia 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 Badrukia
As per Census 2011, Badrukia village has a total population of 493 people, consisting of 244 males and 249 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 237 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 420 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badrukia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 493 | 244 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 420 | 209 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 149 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 95 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Badrukia
Badrukia 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 Badrukia
Public transport in the Badrukia 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 G. Udayagiri to Badrukia is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Badrukia is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badrukia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badrukia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badrukia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badrukia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badrukia
Where is Badrukia located?
Badrukia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badrukia?
The Gram Panchayat of Badrukia is Budrukia.
What is the pincode of Badrukia?
The pincode of Badrukia is 762103.
What is the population of Badrukia?
Badrukia has a total population of 493, including 244 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Badrukia?
There are 113 households in Badrukia.
What is the literacy rate in Badrukia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badrukia is 48.07%. Male literacy is 61.07% and female literacy is 35.34%.