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
According to the 2011 Census, Badenaju village had a total population of 794 people, including 395 males and 399 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.31%, with male literacy at 92.01% and female literacy at 80.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 354.
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 | 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 had a total population of 794, including 395 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Badenaju?
Badenaju had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badenaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badenaju was 86.31%. Male literacy was 92.01% and female literacy was 80.56%.