Badanaukana - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Badanaukana is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Brahmansahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badanaukana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badanaukana is 396023. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 754225 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Badanaukana 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 Badanaukana
As per Census 2011, Badanaukana village has a total population of 1,084 people, consisting of 564 males and 520 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 840 literate and 244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badanaukana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,084 | 564 | 520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 28 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 840 | 464 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 100 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Badanaukana
Badanaukana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jayapur | West | 0.91 km |
| Brahmansahi | East | 1.26 km |
| Chakradharpur | North | 1.63 km |
| Praharajpur | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Velsari | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Gobardhanpur | West | 2.02 km |
| Lunia | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Mangarajpur | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Bandhapur | East | 2.28 km |
| Penth | East | 2.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badanaukana
Badanaukana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Paradip, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Badanaukana is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Badanaukana is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badanaukana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badanaukana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badanaukana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badanaukana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badanaukana
Where is Badanaukana located?
Badanaukana village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badanaukana?
The Gram Panchayat of Badanaukana is Brahmansahi.
What is the pincode of Badanaukana?
The pincode of Badanaukana is 754225.
What is the population of Badanaukana?
Badanaukana has a total population of 1,084, including 564 males and 520 females.
How many households are there in Badanaukana?
There are 192 households in Badanaukana.
What is the literacy rate in Badanaukana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badanaukana is 77.49%. Male literacy is 82.27% and female literacy is 72.31%.