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
As per Census 2011, Badimunda village has a total population of 1,358 people, consisting of 675 males and 683 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 782 literate and 576 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 778 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badimunda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,358, including 675 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Badimunda?
There are 380 households in Badimunda.
What is the literacy rate in Badimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badimunda is 57.58%. Male literacy is 68.89% and female literacy is 46.41%.