Badatota - Jatani, Khordha
Badatota is a village situated in the Jatani tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jatani and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Padmapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badatota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badatota is 407813. The village covers a total geographical area of 310 hectares and falls under the 752050 pincode. Jatani is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Badatota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badatota
As per Census 2011, Badatota village has a total population of 2,387 people, consisting of 1,216 males and 1,171 females. The village has 500 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,744 literate and 643 illiterate residents. Additionally, 400 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 103 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badatota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,387 | 1,216 | 1,171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 134 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 203 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 49 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 1,744 | 976 | 768 |
| Illiterate Population | 643 | 240 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Badatota
Badatota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padanpur | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Bhimapur | East | 1.69 km |
| Pitapalli | North | 1.99 km |
| Kholadwar | South | 2.01 km |
| Gangapada | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Kanjiama | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Uparbasta | East | 2.42 km |
| Khudupur | South | 3.25 km |
| Bhatakuri | North | 3.35 km |
| Gobindapur | North-East | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badatota
Badatota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khurda Road Jn, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jatani to Badatota is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Badatota is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badatota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badatota 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badatota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badatota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badatota
Where is Badatota located?
Badatota village is located in Jatani Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badatota?
The Gram Panchayat of Badatota is Padmapur.
What is the pincode of Badatota?
The pincode of Badatota is 752050.
What is the population of Badatota?
Badatota has a total population of 2,387, including 1,216 males and 1,171 females.
How many households are there in Badatota?
There are 500 households in Badatota.
What is the literacy rate in Badatota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badatota is 73.06%. Male literacy is 80.26% and female literacy is 65.58%.