Badakula - Banspal, Keonjhar
Badakula is a village situated in the Banspal tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Nayakote and around 50 km from Kendujhar. Jatra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badakula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badakula is 386253. The village covers a total geographical area of 830 hectares and falls under the 758085 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Badakula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badakula
According to the 2011 Census, Badakula village had a total population of 616 people, including 307 males and 309 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.22%, with male literacy at 28.33% and female literacy at 4.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 526.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Badakula
Badakula 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 Badakula
Public transport in the Badakula is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kendujhar to Badakula is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Badakula 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 Badakula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badakula 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badakula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badakula 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 Badakula
Where is Badakula located?
Badakula village is located in Banspal Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badakula?
The Gram Panchayat of Badakula is Jatra.
What is the pincode of Badakula?
The pincode of Badakula is 758085.
What is the population of Badakula?
Badakula had a total population of 616, including 307 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Badakula?
Badakula had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badakula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badakula was 16.22%. Male literacy was 28.33% and female literacy was 4.45%.