Baderipaju - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Baderipaju is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dalapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baderipaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baderipaju is 415707. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Baderipaju 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 Baderipaju
According to the 2011 Census, Baderipaju village had a total population of 152 people, including 73 males and 79 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,082 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.42%, with male literacy at 90.16% and female literacy at 62.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 122.
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 | 152 | 73 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 57 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 55 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 18 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Baderipaju
Baderipaju 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 Baderipaju
Public transport in the Baderipaju is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Phulabani to Baderipaju is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Baderipaju is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baderipaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baderipaju 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 Baderipaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baderipaju 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baderipaju
Where is Baderipaju located?
Baderipaju village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baderipaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Baderipaju is Dalapada.
What is the pincode of Baderipaju?
The pincode of Baderipaju is 762012.
What is the population of Baderipaju?
Baderipaju had a total population of 152, including 73 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Baderipaju?
Baderipaju had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baderipaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baderipaju was 76.42%. Male literacy was 90.16% and female literacy was 62.90%.