Badabanga - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Badabanga is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Badabanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badabanga is 417381. The village covers a total geographical area of 503 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Badabanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badabanga
According to the 2011 Census, Badabanga village had a total population of 641 people, including 323 males and 318 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.11%, with male literacy at 89.55% and female literacy at 62.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 473.
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 | 641 | 323 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 55 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 473 | 237 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 240 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 83 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Badabanga
Badabanga 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 Badabanga
Badabanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Badabanga is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Badabanga is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badabanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badabanga 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 Badabanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badabanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badabanga
Where is Badabanga located?
Badabanga village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badabanga?
Badabanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badabanga?
The pincode of Badabanga is 762104.
What is the population of Badabanga?
Badabanga had a total population of 641, including 323 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Badabanga?
Badabanga had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badabanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badabanga was 76.11%. Male literacy was 89.55% and female literacy was 62.87%.