Badimunda - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Badimunda is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Bodimunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badimunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badimunda is 415989. The village covers a total geographical area of 449 hectares and falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Badimunda 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 Badimunda
According to the 2011 Census, Badimunda village had a total population of 1,358 people, including 675 males and 683 females, living in 380 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.60%, with male literacy at 79.49% and female literacy at 52.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 171, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 778.
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 | 1,358 | 675 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 90 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 86 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 778 | 398 | 380 |
| Literate Population | 782 | 465 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 210 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Badimunda
Badimunda 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 Badimunda
Badimunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Badimunda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Badimunda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Badimunda is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badimunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badimunda 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 Badimunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badimunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badimunda
Where is Badimunda located?
Badimunda village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badimunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badimunda is Bodimunda.
What is the pincode of Badimunda?
The pincode of Badimunda is 762010.
What is the population of Badimunda?
Badimunda had a total population of 1,358, including 675 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Badimunda?
Badimunda had 380 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badimunda was 65.60%. Male literacy was 79.49% and female literacy was 52.22%.