Badajal - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Badajal is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Jubaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badajal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badajal is 417253. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 150 km away.
Badajal 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 Badajal
As per Census 2011, Badajal village has a total population of 123 people, consisting of 67 males and 56 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 835 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 25 literate and 98 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badajal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 123 | 67 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 67 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 50 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Badajal
Badajal 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 Badajal
Badajal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Rayagada to Badajal is about 150 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Badajal is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badajal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badajal 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 Badajal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badajal 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 Badajal
Where is Badajal located?
Badajal village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badajal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badajal is Jubaguda.
What is the pincode of Badajal?
The pincode of Badajal is 762105.
What is the population of Badajal?
Badajal has a total population of 123, including 67 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Badajal?
There are 24 households in Badajal.
What is the literacy rate in Badajal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badajal is 20.33%. Male literacy is 25.37% and female literacy is 14.29%.