Badanai - Champua, Keonjhar
Badanai is a village situated in the Champua tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Champua and around 60 km from Kendujhar. Badanai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badanai is 385478. The village covers a total geographical area of 411 hectares and falls under the 758041 pincode. Joda is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Badanai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Champua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badanai
As per Census 2011, Badanai village has a total population of 1,425 people, consisting of 725 males and 700 females. The village has 354 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 825 literate and 600 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 628 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badanai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,425 | 725 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 82 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 628 | 321 | 307 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 492 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 600 | 233 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Badanai
Badanai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palasa | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Sananai(ka) | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Bidyadharpur | South | 1.62 km |
| Ichinda | West | 1.92 km |
| Gambharia | North | 2.09 km |
| Jamunaposi | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Hatianasa | South | 2.24 km |
| Krushnapur | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Bishnupur | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Sananai(kha) | North-East | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badanai
Badanai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Murga Mahadev Road, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joda to Badanai is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Badanai is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badanai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badanai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badanai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badanai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badanai
Where is Badanai located?
Badanai village is located in Champua Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badanai?
Badanai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badanai?
The pincode of Badanai is 758041.
What is the population of Badanai?
Badanai has a total population of 1,425, including 725 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Badanai?
There are 354 households in Badanai.
What is the literacy rate in Badanai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badanai is 57.89%. Male literacy is 67.86% and female literacy is 47.57%.