Badapaju - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Badapaju is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Gochhapada and around 40 km from Phulbani. Solaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badapaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badapaju is 415106. The village covers a total geographical area of 296 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Badapaju 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 Badapaju
As per Census 2011, Badapaju village has a total population of 302 people, consisting of 144 males and 158 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,097 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 299 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badapaju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 302 | 144 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 299 | 143 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 98 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 46 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Badapaju
Badapaju 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 Badapaju
Badapaju 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Badapaju is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Badapaju is about 40 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 Badapaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badapaju 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badapaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badapaju 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 Badapaju
Where is Badapaju located?
Badapaju village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badapaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Badapaju is Solaguda.
What is the pincode of Badapaju?
The pincode of Badapaju is 762002.
What is the population of Badapaju?
Badapaju has a total population of 302, including 144 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Badapaju?
There are 66 households in Badapaju.
What is the literacy rate in Badapaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badapaju is 50.99%. Male literacy is 68.06% and female literacy is 35.44%.