Badadandua - Mahakalapada, Kendrapara
Badadandua is a village situated in the Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahakalapada and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Badihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badadandua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badadandua is 397072. The village covers a total geographical area of 201 hectares and falls under the 754224 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Badadandua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahakalapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badadandua
As per Census 2011, Badadandua village has a total population of 944 people, consisting of 478 males and 466 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 626 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badadandua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 944 | 478 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 64 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 626 | 358 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 120 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Badadandua
Badadandua is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagagahan | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Kansara | West | 1.12 km |
| Badapal | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Pancha Gachhia | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Pankapal | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Kantilo | North | 1.57 km |
| Tarapada | West | 1.89 km |
| Kansapal | South | 1.93 km |
| Sugal | North | 2.28 km |
| Kaunsiapal | North-West | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badadandua
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Badadandua. The nearest railway station is Paradip, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Pattamundai to Badadandua is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Badadandua is about 37 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 Badadandua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badadandua 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badadandua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badadandua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badadandua
Where is Badadandua located?
Badadandua village is located in Mahakalapada Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badadandua?
The Gram Panchayat of Badadandua is Badihi.
What is the pincode of Badadandua?
The pincode of Badadandua is 754224.
What is the population of Badadandua?
Badadandua has a total population of 944, including 478 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Badadandua?
There are 201 households in Badadandua.
What is the literacy rate in Badadandua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badadandua is 66.31%. Male literacy is 74.90% and female literacy is 57.51%.