Badakula

Badakula is a village located in Nayakote tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Nayakote (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Jatra is the gram panchayat of Badakula village.

Here you can discover what makes Badakula unique in its vibrant Nayakote-Kendujhar region. You’ll see Badakula’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Badakula

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badakula is 386253. The village spans a total geographical area of 830 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758018. Kendujhar is nearest town to Badakula village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.

When it comes to local governance, Badakula village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Badakula

According to the 2011 Census, Badakula has a total population of about 616, with approximately 307 males and 309 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 129 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 12 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 526. The overall literacy rate is approximately 12.82%, with male literacy at about 22.15% and female literacy near 3.56%. There are around 122 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badakula's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 616 307 309
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 129 67 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) 12 6 6
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 526 262 264
Literate Population 79 68 11
Illiterate Population 537 239 298

Connectivity of Badakula

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badakula. As per the 2011 stats, Badakula had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Badakula

Knowing the nearby villages of Badakula helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badakula.

Frequently Asked Questions about Badakula

Where is Badakula located?
Badakula village is situated in Nayakote Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badakula?
The Gram Panchayat of Badakula is Jatra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Badakula?
The pincode of Badakula is 758018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Badakula as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badakula is 616, with 307 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Badakula as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Badakula village has a total of 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badakula as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badakula is 12.82%. The male literacy rate is 22.15%, while the female literacy rate is 3.56%.