Badajiri - Raikia, Kandhamal
Badajiri is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gumamaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badajiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badajiri is 417580. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Badajiri 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 Badajiri
According to the 2011 Census, Badajiri village had a total population of 280 people, including 132 males and 148 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.92%, with male literacy at 93.58% and female literacy at 62.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 191.
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 | 280 | 132 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 82 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 102 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 30 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Badajiri
Badajiri 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 Badajiri
Badajiri 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Badajiri is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Badajiri is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badajiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badajiri 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 Badajiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badajiri 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 Badajiri
Where is Badajiri located?
Badajiri village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badajiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Badajiri is Gumamaha.
What is the pincode of Badajiri?
The pincode of Badajiri is 762101.
What is the population of Badajiri?
Badajiri had a total population of 280, including 132 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Badajiri?
Badajiri had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badajiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badajiri was 76.92%. Male literacy was 93.58% and female literacy was 62.40%.