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
According to the 2011 Census, Bakadamai village had a total population of 76 people, including 33 males and 43 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,303 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.82%, with male literacy at 55.17% and female literacy at 21.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 62.
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 | 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 had a total population of 76, including 33 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Bakadamai?
Bakadamai had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakadamai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakadamai was 35.82%. Male literacy was 55.17% and female literacy was 21.05%.