Badaput - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Badaput is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Doraguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badaput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badaput is 430633. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Badaput 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 Badaput
According to the 2011 Census, Badaput village had a total population of 512 people, including 241 males and 271 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,124 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.36%, with male literacy at 39.80% and female literacy at 16.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 474.
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 | 512 | 241 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 45 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 474 | 223 | 251 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 78 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 163 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Badaput
Badaput 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 Badaput
Badaput 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 >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 Badaput is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Badaput is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badaput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badaput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badaput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badaput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badaput
Where is Badaput located?
Badaput village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badaput?
The Gram Panchayat of Badaput is Doraguda.
What is the pincode of Badaput?
The pincode of Badaput is 764052.
What is the population of Badaput?
Badaput had a total population of 512, including 241 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Badaput?
Badaput had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badaput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badaput was 27.36%. Male literacy was 39.80% and female literacy was 16.13%.