Bakadamai - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Bakadamai is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Gochhapada and around 45 km from Phulbani. Polabrudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakadamai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakadamai is 415224. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Bakadamai 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 Bakadamai
As per Census 2011, Bakadamai village has a total population of 76 people, consisting of 33 males and 43 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 1,303 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakadamai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76 | 33 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 27 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 17 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Bakadamai
Bakadamai 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 Bakadamai
Bakadamai 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 Phulabani to Bakadamai is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bakadamai is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakadamai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakadamai 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 Bakadamai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakadamai 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 Bakadamai
Where is Bakadamai located?
Bakadamai village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakadamai?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakadamai is Polabrudi.
What is the pincode of Bakadamai?
The pincode of Bakadamai is 762002.
What is the population of Bakadamai?
Bakadamai has a total population of 76, including 33 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Bakadamai?
There are 14 households in Bakadamai.
What is the literacy rate in Bakadamai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakadamai is 31.58%. Male literacy is 48.48% and female literacy is 18.60%.