Babadangia - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Babadangia is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pabingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babadangia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babadangia is 416316. The village covers a total geographical area of 318 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Babadangia 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 Babadangia
According to the 2011 Census, Babadangia village had a total population of 755 people, including 365 males and 390 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.56%, with male literacy at 80.58% and female literacy at 40.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 458.
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 | 755 | 365 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 56 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 458 | 220 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 249 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 116 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Babadangia
Babadangia 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 Babadangia
Babadangia 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 Phulabani to Babadangia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Babadangia is about 35 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 Babadangia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babadangia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Babadangia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babadangia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Babadangia
Where is Babadangia located?
Babadangia village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babadangia?
The Gram Panchayat of Babadangia is Pabingia.
What is the pincode of Babadangia?
The pincode of Babadangia is 762011.
What is the population of Babadangia?
Babadangia had a total population of 755, including 365 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Babadangia?
Babadangia had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babadangia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babadangia was 59.56%. Male literacy was 80.58% and female literacy was 40.12%.