Badel
Badel is a village located in Padua tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Padua (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Badel village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Badel unique in its vibrant Padua-Koraput region. You’ll see Badel’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Badel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badel is 429636. The village spans a total geographical area of 608 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764041. Jeypur is nearest town to Badel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Badel
Population of Badel
According to the 2011 Census, Badel has a total population of about 1,108, with approximately 588 males and 520 females. The sex ratio is around 884 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 219 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 180 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 252. The overall literacy rate is approximately 27.98%, with male literacy at about 40.82% and female literacy near 13.46%. There are around 318 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,108 | 588 | 520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 120 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 90 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 138 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 240 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 798 | 348 | 450 |
Connectivity of Badel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badel. As per the 2011 stats, Badel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badel
Knowing the nearby villages of Badel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badel
- Where is Badel located?
- Badel village is situated in Padua Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badel?
- Badel serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Badel?
- The pincode of Badel is 764041, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badel is 1,108, with 588 males and 520 females.
- How many households are there in Badel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badel village has a total of 318 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badel is 27.98%. The male literacy rate is 40.82%, while the female literacy rate is 13.46%.