Badajaria Village - Pattamundai, Kendrapara
Badajaria is a village situated in the Pattamundai tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pattamundai and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Sanjaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badajaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badajaria is 396317. The village covers a total geographical area of 275 hectares and falls under the 754216 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badajaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badajaria
As per Census 2011, Badajaria village has a total population of 1,752 people, consisting of 794 males and 958 females. The village has 375 households and a sex ratio of 1,206 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,237 literate and 515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 408 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badajaria are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,752 | 794 | 958 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 97 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 408 | 198 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,237 | 608 | 629 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 186 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Badajaria
Badajaria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nuapada | East | 0.52 km |
| Sanajaria | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Sahupada | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Nayakot | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Tigiria | North | 1.85 km |
| Bodhagan | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Aradapalli | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Rajapur | South | 2.35 km |
| Badapada | East | 2.44 km |
| Jigaran | North-East | 2.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badajaria
Badajaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bagadia Ph, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.7 km.
| 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 Pattamundai to Badajaria is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Badajaria is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badajaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badajaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badajaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badajaria 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badajaria
Where is Badajaria located?
Badajaria village is located in Pattamundai Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badajaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Badajaria is Sanjaria.
What is the pincode of Badajaria?
The pincode of Badajaria is 754216.
What is the population of Badajaria?
Badajaria has a total population of 1,752, including 794 males and 958 females.
How many households are there in Badajaria?
There are 375 households in Badajaria.
What is the literacy rate in Badajaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badajaria is 70.61%. Male literacy is 76.57% and female literacy is 65.66%.