Badaatal - Boipariguda, Koraput
Badaatal is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Ch Erka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badaatal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badaatal is 429190. The village covers a total geographical area of 541 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Badaatal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Badaatal
According to the 2011 Census, Badaatal village had a total population of 333 people, including 170 males and 163 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.82%, with male literacy at 25.87% and female literacy at 9.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 232.
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 | 333 | 170 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 232 | 120 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 37 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 133 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Badaatal
Badaatal 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 Badaatal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Badaatal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sunabeda to Badaatal is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Badaatal is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badaatal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badaatal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badaatal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badaatal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badaatal
Where is Badaatal located?
Badaatal village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badaatal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badaatal is Ch Erka.
What is the pincode of Badaatal?
The pincode of Badaatal is 764043.
What is the population of Badaatal?
Badaatal had a total population of 333, including 170 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Badaatal?
Badaatal had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badaatal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badaatal was 17.82%. Male literacy was 25.87% and female literacy was 9.09%.