Badapada - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Badapada is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from Paparmetla and around 86 km from Malkangiri . Badapada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badapada is 430716. The village covers a total geographical area of 304 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Badapada 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 Badapada
As per Census 2011, Badapada village has a total population of 914 people, consisting of 421 males and 493 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 1,171 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 497 literate and 417 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 826 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 914 | 421 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 10 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 826 | 345 | 481 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 241 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 417 | 180 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Badapada
Badapada 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 Badapada
Badapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Badapada is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Badapada is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badapada
Where is Badapada located?
Badapada village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badapada?
Badapada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badapada?
The pincode of Badapada is 764051.
What is the population of Badapada?
Badapada has a total population of 914, including 421 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Badapada?
There are 154 households in Badapada.
What is the literacy rate in Badapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badapada is 54.38%. Male literacy is 57.24% and female literacy is 51.93%.