Badabandha - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Badabandha is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Tumudibandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badabandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badabandha is 416945. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Badabandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badabandha
According to the 2011 Census, Badabandha village had a total population of 106 people, including 55 males and 51 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.77%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 106 | 55 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 22 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Badabandha
Badabandha 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 Badabandha
Public transport in the Badabandha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Badabandha has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Badabandha is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Badabandha is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badabandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badabandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badabandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badabandha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badabandha
Where is Badabandha located?
Badabandha village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badabandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Badabandha is Tumudibandh.
What is the pincode of Badabandha?
The pincode of Badabandha is 762107.
What is the population of Badabandha?
Badabandha had a total population of 106, including 55 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Badabandha?
Badabandha had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badabandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badabandha was 64.77%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 54.55%.