Badhi - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Badhi 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 53 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Dera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhi is 395972. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 754225 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badhi 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 Badhi
As per Census 2011, Badhi village has a total population of 465 people, consisting of 237 males and 228 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 388 literate and 77 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 465 | 237 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 202 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 35 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Badhi
Badhi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badhi
Badhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Badhi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Badhi is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhi 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 Badhi
Where is Badhi located?
Badhi village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhi is Dera.
What is the pincode of Badhi?
The pincode of Badhi is 754225.
What is the population of Badhi?
Badhi has a total population of 465, including 237 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Badhi?
There are 87 households in Badhi.
What is the literacy rate in Badhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhi is 83.44%. Male literacy is 85.23% and female literacy is 81.58%.