Badamajhiguda - Boriguma, Koraput
Badamajhiguda is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boriguma and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Hordoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badamajhiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badamajhiguda is 428242. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 764056 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Badamajhiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badamajhiguda
As per Census 2011, Badamajhiguda village has a total population of 381 people, consisting of 180 males and 201 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,116 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 263 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badamajhiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 381 | 180 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 263 | 122 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 141 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Badamajhiguda
Badamajhiguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sandhimunda | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Rengalguda | East | 2.17 km |
| Hordali | South | 2.42 km |
| Pandasguda | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Solaguda | North | 3.07 km |
| Khutulaguda | West | 3.14 km |
| Sanamajhiguda | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Mundiguda | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Janiguda | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Kupia | West | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badamajhiguda
Public transport in the Badamajhiguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maligura, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Badamajhiguda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Badamajhiguda 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 Badamajhiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badamajhiguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badamajhiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badamajhiguda 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 Badamajhiguda
Where is Badamajhiguda located?
Badamajhiguda village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badamajhiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badamajhiguda is Hordoli.
What is the pincode of Badamajhiguda?
The pincode of Badamajhiguda is 764056.
What is the population of Badamajhiguda?
Badamajhiguda has a total population of 381, including 180 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Badamajhiguda?
There are 88 households in Badamajhiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Badamajhiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badamajhiguda is 19.16%. Male literacy is 21.67% and female literacy is 16.92%.