Badamaha - Raikia, Kandhamal
Badamaha is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Manikeswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badamaha is 417587. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Badamaha 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 Badamaha
As per Census 2011, Badamaha village has a total population of 563 people, consisting of 258 males and 305 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 1,182 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 290 literate and 273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 389 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badamaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 563 | 258 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 389 | 174 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 161 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 97 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Badamaha
Badamaha 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 Badamaha
Badamaha 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 | 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 Badamaha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Badamaha is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badamaha 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badamaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badamaha
Where is Badamaha located?
Badamaha village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Badamaha is Manikeswar.
What is the pincode of Badamaha?
The pincode of Badamaha is 762101.
What is the population of Badamaha?
Badamaha has a total population of 563, including 258 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Badamaha?
There are 151 households in Badamaha.
What is the literacy rate in Badamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badamaha is 51.51%. Male literacy is 62.40% and female literacy is 42.30%.