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
According to the 2011 Census, Badapaju village had a total population of 302 people, including 144 males and 158 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.23%, with male literacy at 79.67% and female literacy at 40.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 299.
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 | 302 | 144 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 302, including 144 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Badapaju?
Badapaju had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badapaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badapaju was 59.23%. Male literacy was 79.67% and female literacy was 40.88%.