Badmaricha Palli - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Badmaricha Palli is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Kolipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badmaricha Palli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badmaricha Palli is 396035. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 754225 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Badmaricha Palli 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 Badmaricha Palli
As per Census 2011, Badmaricha Palli village has a total population of 473 people, consisting of 236 males and 237 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 343 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badmaricha Palli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 473 | 236 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 189 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 47 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Badmaricha Palli
Badmaricha Palli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badpal | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Basantpur | East | 1.13 km |
| Barunipalla | North-East | 1.20 km |
| Garjang | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Nanjura | South | 1.64 km |
| Terohi | West | 1.93 km |
| Badhei Pada | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Bhopal | East | 2.33 km |
| Taradeipur | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Bila Pokharia Pada | North-West | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badmaricha Palli
Badmaricha Palli 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 75.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Badmaricha Palli is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Badmaricha Palli is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badmaricha Palli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badmaricha Palli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badmaricha Palli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badmaricha Palli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badmaricha Palli
Where is Badmaricha Palli located?
Badmaricha Palli village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badmaricha Palli?
The Gram Panchayat of Badmaricha Palli is Kolipur.
What is the pincode of Badmaricha Palli?
The pincode of Badmaricha Palli is 754225.
What is the population of Badmaricha Palli?
Badmaricha Palli has a total population of 473, including 236 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Badmaricha Palli?
There are 115 households in Badmaricha Palli.
What is the literacy rate in Badmaricha Palli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badmaricha Palli is 72.52%. Male literacy is 80.08% and female literacy is 64.98%.