Badabarba - Raikia, Kandhamal
Badabarba is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Badabarba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badabarba is 417652. The village covers a total geographical area of 227 hectares and falls under the 762021 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Badabarba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badabarba
As per Census 2011, Badabarba village has a total population of 912 people, consisting of 460 males and 452 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 570 literate and 342 illiterate residents. Additionally, 492 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 148 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badabarba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 912 | 460 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 72 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 492 | 252 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 73 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 338 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 122 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Badabarba
Badabarba 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 Badabarba
Badabarba 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Badabarba is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Badabarba is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badabarba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badabarba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badabarba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badabarba 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 Badabarba
Where is Badabarba located?
Badabarba village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badabarba?
Badabarba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badabarba?
The pincode of Badabarba is 762021.
What is the population of Badabarba?
Badabarba has a total population of 912, including 460 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Badabarba?
There are 219 households in Badabarba.
What is the literacy rate in Badabarba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badabarba is 62.50%. Male literacy is 73.48% and female literacy is 51.33%.