Badasagar - Machh Kund, Koraput
Badasagar is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Thusuba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badasagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badasagar is 429619. The village covers a total geographical area of 484 hectares and falls under the 764081 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 345 km away.
Badasagar 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 Badasagar
As per Census 2011, Badasagar village has a total population of 935 people, consisting of 433 males and 502 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 1,159 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 319 literate and 616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 620 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badasagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 935 | 433 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 73 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 99 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 620 | 279 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 207 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 226 | 390 |
Nearby Villages of Badasagar
Badasagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Silipandi | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Sanasagar | South | 2.07 km |
| Kanchana | North | 2.11 km |
| Sahuput | North | 2.14 km |
| Masuri | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Mohipalput | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Jadiaput | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Taraliput | East | 3.65 km |
| P.khilaput | East | 3.65 km |
| Jantaput | North-East | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badasagar
Public transport in the Badasagar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Machhakunda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Badasagar is about 345 km, with a usual travel time of around ~9.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Badasagar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badasagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badasagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badasagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badasagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badasagar
Where is Badasagar located?
Badasagar village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badasagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Badasagar is Thusuba.
What is the pincode of Badasagar?
The pincode of Badasagar is 764081.
What is the population of Badasagar?
Badasagar has a total population of 935, including 433 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Badasagar?
There are 263 households in Badasagar.
What is the literacy rate in Badasagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badasagar is 34.12%. Male literacy is 47.81% and female literacy is 22.31%.