Badpader - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Badpader 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 67 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Badapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badpader village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badpader is 430623. The village covers a total geographical area of 253 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Badpader 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 Badpader
According to the 2011 Census, Badpader village had a total population of 426 people, including 238 males and 188 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 790 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.44%, with male literacy at 84.00% and female literacy at 27.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 373.
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 | 426 | 238 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 63 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 373 | 205 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 147 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 91 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Badpader
Badpader 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 Badpader
Badpader 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Badpader is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Badpader is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badpader
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badpader 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 Badpader
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badpader 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badpader
Where is Badpader located?
Badpader village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badpader?
The Gram Panchayat of Badpader is Badapadar.
What is the pincode of Badpader?
The pincode of Badpader is 764052.
What is the population of Badpader?
Badpader had a total population of 426, including 238 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Badpader?
Badpader had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badpader?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badpader was 58.44%. Male literacy was 84.00% and female literacy was 27.59%.