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)
As per Census 2011, Bapalisala (Badakesela) village has a total population of 311 people, consisting of 147 males and 164 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 138 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 305 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bapalisala (Badakesela) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 311 | 147 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| 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) has a total population of 311, including 147 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Bapalisala (Badakesela)?
There are 68 households in Bapalisala (Badakesela).
What is the literacy rate in Bapalisala (Badakesela)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bapalisala (Badakesela) is 44.37%. Male literacy is 54.42% and female literacy is 35.37%.