Badigaon - Similiguda, Koraput
Badigaon is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Sunabeda and around 29 km from Koraput. Rajput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badigaon is 429981. The village covers a total geographical area of 555.52 hectares and falls under the 763002 pincode. Nabarangapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Badigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Badigaon village had a total population of 1,493 people, including 721 males and 772 females, living in 403 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.74%, with male literacy at 83.55% and female literacy at 60.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 616, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 475.
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 | 1,493 | 721 | 772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 107 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 616 | 296 | 320 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 475 | 220 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 919 | 513 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 208 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Badigaon
Badigaon 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 Badigaon
Badigaon 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nabarangapur to Badigaon is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Badigaon is about 29 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 Badigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badigaon
Where is Badigaon located?
Badigaon village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badigaon is Rajput.
What is the pincode of Badigaon?
The pincode of Badigaon is 763002.
What is the population of Badigaon?
Badigaon had a total population of 1,493, including 721 males and 772 females.
How many households are there in Badigaon?
Badigaon had 403 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badigaon was 71.74%. Male literacy was 83.55% and female literacy was 60.87%.