Badipanga - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Badipanga is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Durgapanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badipanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badipanga is 417192. The village covers a total geographical area of 220 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 101 km away.
Badipanga 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 Badipanga
As per Census 2011, Badipanga village has a total population of 122 people, consisting of 60 males and 62 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 45 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badipanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 122 | 60 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 57 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 33 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Badipanga
Badipanga 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 Badipanga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Badipanga.
| 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 Rayagada to Badipanga is about 101 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Badipanga is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badipanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badipanga 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 Badipanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badipanga 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 Badipanga
Where is Badipanga located?
Badipanga village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badipanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Badipanga is Durgapanga.
What is the pincode of Badipanga?
The pincode of Badipanga is 762105.
What is the population of Badipanga?
Badipanga has a total population of 122, including 60 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Badipanga?
There are 24 households in Badipanga.
What is the literacy rate in Badipanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badipanga is 36.89%. Male literacy is 45.00% and female literacy is 29.03%.