Bapalisala (Badakesela) - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Bapalisala (Badakesela) is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Langalapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bapalisala (Badakesela) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bapalisala (Badakesela) is 428680. The village covers a total geographical area of 195 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Bapalisala (Badakesela) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bapalisala (Badakesela)
According to the 2011 Census, Bapalisala (Badakesela) village had a total population of 311 people, including 147 males and 164 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,116 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.92%, with male literacy at 62.02% and female literacy at 40.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 305.
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 | 311 | 147 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 305 | 144 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 80 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 67 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Bapalisala (Badakesela)
Bapalisala (Badakesela) 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 Bapalisala (Badakesela)
Bapalisala (Badakesela) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Koraput to Bapalisala (Badakesela) is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bapalisala (Badakesela) is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bapalisala (Badakesela)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bapalisala (Badakesela) 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 Bapalisala (Badakesela)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bapalisala (Badakesela) 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 Bapalisala (Badakesela)
Where is Bapalisala (Badakesela) located?
Bapalisala (Badakesela) village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bapalisala (Badakesela)?
The Gram Panchayat of Bapalisala (Badakesela) is Langalapada.
What is the pincode of Bapalisala (Badakesela)?
The pincode of Bapalisala (Badakesela) is 764014.
What is the population of Bapalisala (Badakesela)?
Bapalisala (Badakesela) had a total population of 311, including 147 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Bapalisala (Badakesela)?
Bapalisala (Badakesela) had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bapalisala (Badakesela)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bapalisala (Badakesela) was 50.92%. Male literacy was 62.02% and female literacy was 40.85%.