Badagan
Badagan is a village located in Marsaghai tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Marsaghai (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Jayachandrapur is the gram panchayat of Badagan village.
Here you can discover what makes Badagan unique in its vibrant Marsaghai-Kendrapara region. You’ll see Badagan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Badagan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badagan is 396937. The village spans a total geographical area of 342 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754213. Kendrapara is nearest town to Badagan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Badagan
Population of Badagan
According to the 2011 Census, Badagan has a total population of about 1,322, with approximately 682 males and 640 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 118 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 158 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.39%, with male literacy at about 75.66% and female literacy near 68.91%. There are around 288 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badagan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,322 | 682 | 640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 70 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 957 | 516 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 166 | 199 |
Connectivity of Badagan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badagan. As per the 2011 stats, Badagan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badagan
Knowing the nearby villages of Badagan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badagan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badagan
- Where is Badagan located?
- Badagan village is situated in Marsaghai Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badagan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Badagan is Jayachandrapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Badagan?
- The pincode of Badagan is 754213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badagan is 1,322, with 682 males and 640 females.
- How many households are there in Badagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badagan village has a total of 288 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badagan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badagan is 72.39%. The male literacy rate is 75.66%, while the female literacy rate is 68.91%.