Badanairi - Chilika, Khordha
Badanairi is a village situated in the Chilika tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Balugaon and around 55 km from Khordha . Sananasiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badanairi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badanairi is 408198. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 752030 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Badanairi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chilika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badanairi
According to the 2011 Census, Badanairi village had a total population of 987 people, including 483 males and 504 females, living in 207 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.24%, with male literacy at 77.93% and female literacy at 60.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143.
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 | 987 | 483 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 57 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 63 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 592 | 332 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 151 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Badanairi
Badanairi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sananairi | South | 1.23 km |
| Baulabandha | East | 1.39 km |
| Hariharpur | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Chhotarapursasan | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Athabatia | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Charibatia | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Haripur | North | 2.61 km |
| Patharakata | West | 3.00 km |
| Gangadharpursasan | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Santarapur | South-West | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badanairi
Badanairi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangadharpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.0 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balugaon to Badanairi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Badanairi is about 55 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 Badanairi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badanairi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badanairi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badanairi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Badanairi
Where is Badanairi located?
Badanairi village is located in Chilika Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badanairi?
The Gram Panchayat of Badanairi is Sananasiri.
What is the pincode of Badanairi?
The pincode of Badanairi is 752030.
What is the population of Badanairi?
Badanairi had a total population of 987, including 483 males and 504 females.
How many households are there in Badanairi?
Badanairi had 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badanairi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badanairi was 69.24%. Male literacy was 77.93% and female literacy was 60.61%.