Badkota - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Badkota is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Kolipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badkota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badkota is 396005. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 754246 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Badkota 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 Badkota
As per Census 2011, Badkota village has a total population of 457 people, consisting of 241 males and 216 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 352 literate and 105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badkota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 457 | 241 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 200 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 41 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Badkota
Badkota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhaneswarpur | North-East | 0.92 km |
| Kshirkot | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Tetelenga | South | 1.20 km |
| Subarna Pur | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Khanata | West | 1.42 km |
| Junapangara | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Jagannathapur | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Tarapada | North | 1.62 km |
| Mangarajpur | East | 1.78 km |
| Kankdia | South | 1.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badkota
Badkota 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 78.1 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 Badkota is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Badkota is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badkota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badkota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badkota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badkota 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 Badkota
Where is Badkota located?
Badkota village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badkota?
The Gram Panchayat of Badkota is Kolipur.
What is the pincode of Badkota?
The pincode of Badkota is 754246.
What is the population of Badkota?
Badkota has a total population of 457, including 241 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Badkota?
There are 104 households in Badkota.
What is the literacy rate in Badkota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badkota is 77.02%. Male literacy is 82.99% and female literacy is 70.37%.