Badajiuna - Jeypore, Koraput
Badajiuna is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Badajuina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badajiuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badajiuna is 429027. The village covers a total geographical area of 386 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Badajiuna 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 Badajiuna
According to the 2011 Census, Badajiuna village had a total population of 1,211 people, including 570 males and 641 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.05%, with male literacy at 55.42% and female literacy at 33.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 315, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 715.
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 | 1,211 | 570 | 641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 90 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 147 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 715 | 336 | 379 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 266 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 767 | 304 | 463 |
Nearby Villages of Badajiuna
Badajiuna 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 Badajiuna
Badajiuna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badajiuna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Badajiuna is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Badajiuna is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badajiuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badajiuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Badajiuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badajiuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badajiuna
Where is Badajiuna located?
Badajiuna village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badajiuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Badajiuna is Badajuina.
What is the pincode of Badajiuna?
The pincode of Badajiuna is 764002.
What is the population of Badajiuna?
Badajiuna had a total population of 1,211, including 570 males and 641 females.
How many households are there in Badajiuna?
Badajiuna had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badajiuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badajiuna was 44.05%. Male literacy was 55.42% and female literacy was 33.71%.