Badakumunda - Telkoi, Keonjhar
Badakumunda is a village situated in the Telkoi tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Telkoi and around 58 km from Kendujhar. Sibanarayanpurgoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badakumunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badakumunda is 386379. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 758018 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Badakumunda 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 Badakumunda
According to the 2011 Census, Badakumunda village had a total population of 173 people, including 84 males and 89 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.14%, with male literacy at 45.57% and female literacy at 36.71%.
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 | 173 | 84 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 48 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Badakumunda
Badakumunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sankarpur | North | 1.74 km |
| Sibanarayanpur | East | 1.94 km |
| Bangurupal | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Bhaliadal | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Birida | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Betakholi | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Kamalangi | West | 2.99 km |
| Bena | South | 3.80 km |
| Gundurijoda | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Danduamunda | West | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badakumunda
Badakumunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Basantapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.2 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 Kendujhar to Badakumunda is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Badakumunda is about 58 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 Badakumunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badakumunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badakumunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badakumunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badakumunda
Where is Badakumunda located?
Badakumunda village is located in Telkoi Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badakumunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badakumunda is Sibanarayanpurgoda.
What is the pincode of Badakumunda?
The pincode of Badakumunda is 758018.
What is the population of Badakumunda?
Badakumunda had a total population of 173, including 84 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Badakumunda?
Badakumunda had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badakumunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badakumunda was 41.14%. Male literacy was 45.57% and female literacy was 36.71%.