Badatota Chhapali - Mahakalapada, Kendrapara
Badatota Chhapali is a village situated in the Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahakalapada and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Baulakani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badatota Chhapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badatota Chhapali is 397077. The village covers a total geographical area of 538 hectares and falls under the 754224 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Badatota Chhapali 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 Badatota Chhapali
As per Census 2011, Badatota Chhapali village has a total population of 1,994 people, consisting of 951 males and 1,043 females. The village has 466 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,311 literate and 683 illiterate residents. Additionally, 554 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badatota Chhapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,994 | 951 | 1,043 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 116 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 554 | 255 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,311 | 723 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 683 | 228 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Badatota Chhapali
Badatota Chhapali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kansapal | North-East | 1.19 km |
| Bhitarsubala | West | 1.98 km |
| Baulakani | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Bagagahan | North | 2.11 km |
| Bhateni | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Pankapal | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Tanki Belari | West | 2.58 km |
| Badamatha | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Badadandua | North | 2.98 km |
| Kansara | North | 3.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badatota Chhapali
Badatota Chhapali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paradip, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.6 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 Kendrapara to Badatota Chhapali is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Badatota Chhapali 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 Badatota Chhapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badatota Chhapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badatota Chhapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badatota Chhapali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badatota Chhapali
Where is Badatota Chhapali located?
Badatota Chhapali village is located in Mahakalapada Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badatota Chhapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Badatota Chhapali is Baulakani.
What is the pincode of Badatota Chhapali?
The pincode of Badatota Chhapali is 754224.
What is the population of Badatota Chhapali?
Badatota Chhapali has a total population of 1,994, including 951 males and 1,043 females.
How many households are there in Badatota Chhapali?
There are 466 households in Badatota Chhapali.
What is the literacy rate in Badatota Chhapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badatota Chhapali is 65.75%. Male literacy is 76.03% and female literacy is 56.38%.