Badaindragada - Raikia, Kandhamal
Badaindragada is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Indragarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badaindragada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badaindragada is 417620. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Badaindragada 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 Badaindragada
As per Census 2011, Badaindragada village has a total population of 400 people, consisting of 205 males and 195 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 253 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badaindragada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 400 | 205 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 148 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 57 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Badaindragada
Badaindragada 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 Badaindragada
Public transport in the Badaindragada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhanjanagar to Badaindragada is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Badaindragada is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badaindragada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badaindragada 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 Badaindragada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badaindragada 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badaindragada
Where is Badaindragada located?
Badaindragada village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badaindragada?
The Gram Panchayat of Badaindragada is Indragarh.
What is the pincode of Badaindragada?
The pincode of Badaindragada is 762101.
What is the population of Badaindragada?
Badaindragada has a total population of 400, including 205 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Badaindragada?
There are 110 households in Badaindragada.
What is the literacy rate in Badaindragada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badaindragada is 63.25%. Male literacy is 72.20% and female literacy is 53.85%.