Badeguda - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Badeguda is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Tikabali and around 27 km from Phulbani. Shankarakhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badeguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badeguda is 415868. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 762112 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Badeguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badeguda
According to the 2011 Census, Badeguda village had a total population of 254 people, including 131 males and 123 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.18%, with male literacy at 87.07% and female literacy at 52.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 196.
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 | 254 | 131 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 98 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 101 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 30 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Badeguda
Badeguda 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 Badeguda
Badeguda 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Badeguda is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Badeguda is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badeguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badeguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badeguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badeguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badeguda
Where is Badeguda located?
Badeguda village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badeguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badeguda is Shankarakhol.
What is the pincode of Badeguda?
The pincode of Badeguda is 762112.
What is the population of Badeguda?
Badeguda had a total population of 254, including 131 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Badeguda?
Badeguda had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badeguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badeguda was 70.18%. Male literacy was 87.07% and female literacy was 52.68%.