Badenaju - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Badenaju is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mallikapadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badenaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badenaju is 415831. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Badenaju 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 Badenaju
As per Census 2011, Badenaju village has a total population of 794 people, consisting of 395 males and 399 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 624 literate and 170 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 354 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badenaju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 794 | 395 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 32 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 354 | 184 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 624 | 334 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 61 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Badenaju
Badenaju 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 Badenaju
Badenaju 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Badenaju is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Badenaju is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badenaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badenaju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badenaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badenaju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badenaju
Where is Badenaju located?
Badenaju village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badenaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Badenaju is Mallikapadi.
What is the pincode of Badenaju?
The pincode of Badenaju is 762100.
What is the population of Badenaju?
Badenaju has a total population of 794, including 395 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Badenaju?
There are 146 households in Badenaju.
What is the literacy rate in Badenaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badenaju is 78.59%. Male literacy is 84.56% and female literacy is 72.68%.