Bachilipadar - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Bachilipadar is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 125 km from Jodamba and around 140 km from Malkangiri . Andrapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bachilipadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachilipadar is 430776. The village covers a total geographical area of 338 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bachilipadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bachilipadar
According to the 2011 Census, Bachilipadar village had a total population of 170 people, including 72 males and 98 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,361 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.72%, with male literacy at 56.86% and female literacy at 42.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
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 | 170 | 72 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 21 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 72 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 43 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Bachilipadar
Bachilipadar 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 Bachilipadar
Bachilipadar 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Bachilipadar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Bachilipadar 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 Bachilipadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachilipadar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bachilipadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachilipadar 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 Bachilipadar
Where is Bachilipadar located?
Bachilipadar village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bachilipadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachilipadar is Andrapalli.
What is the pincode of Bachilipadar?
The pincode of Bachilipadar is 764052.
What is the population of Bachilipadar?
Bachilipadar had a total population of 170, including 72 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Bachilipadar?
Bachilipadar had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bachilipadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachilipadar was 48.72%. Male literacy was 56.86% and female literacy was 42.42%.