Badalasahi - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Badalasahi is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dutimendi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badalasahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badalasahi is 415604. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Badalasahi 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 Badalasahi
According to the 2011 Census, Badalasahi village had a total population of 95 people, including 48 males and 47 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.06%, with male literacy at 90.48% and female literacy at 83.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 95 | 48 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 10 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Badalasahi
Badalasahi 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 Badalasahi
Public transport in the Badalasahi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Badalasahi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Badalasahi is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badalasahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badalasahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badalasahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badalasahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badalasahi
Where is Badalasahi located?
Badalasahi village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badalasahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Badalasahi is Dutimendi.
What is the pincode of Badalasahi?
The pincode of Badalasahi is 762012.
What is the population of Badalasahi?
Badalasahi had a total population of 95, including 48 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Badalasahi?
Badalasahi had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badalasahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badalasahi was 87.06%. Male literacy was 90.48% and female literacy was 83.72%.