Badahakia - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Badahakia is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from Baliguda and around 123 km from Phulbani. Gumikia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badahakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badahakia is 416797. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 122 km away.
Badahakia 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 Badahakia
According to the 2011 Census, Badahakia village had a total population of 91 people, including 42 males and 49 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.63%, with male literacy at 22.58% and female literacy at 9.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 91.
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 | 91 | 42 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 42 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 35 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Badahakia
Badahakia 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 Badahakia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Badahakia.
| 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 Phulabani to Badahakia is about 122 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Badahakia is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badahakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badahakia 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badahakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badahakia 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 Badahakia
Where is Badahakia located?
Badahakia village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badahakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Badahakia is Gumikia.
What is the pincode of Badahakia?
The pincode of Badahakia is 762103.
What is the population of Badahakia?
Badahakia had a total population of 91, including 42 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Badahakia?
Badahakia had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badahakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badahakia was 15.63%. Male literacy was 22.58% and female literacy was 9.09%.