Badruguda - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Badruguda is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kainjhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badruguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badruguda is 415898. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 762019 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Badruguda 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 Badruguda
According to the 2011 Census, Badruguda village had a total population of 234 people, including 122 males and 112 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.27%, with male literacy at 65.69% and female literacy at 40.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 207.
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 | 234 | 122 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 108 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 67 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 55 | 73 |
Transport and Connectivity of Badruguda
Public transport in the Badruguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Badruguda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Phulabani to Badruguda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Badruguda 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 Badruguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badruguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badruguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badruguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badruguda
Where is Badruguda located?
Badruguda village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badruguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badruguda is Kainjhar.
What is the pincode of Badruguda?
The pincode of Badruguda is 762019.
What is the population of Badruguda?
Badruguda had a total population of 234, including 122 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Badruguda?
Badruguda had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badruguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badruguda was 53.27%. Male literacy was 65.69% and female literacy was 40.21%.