Badaliguda - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Badaliguda is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Bhejangiwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badaliguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badaliguda is 431006. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Badaliguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badaliguda
According to the 2011 Census, Badaliguda village had a total population of 379 people, including 186 males and 193 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.36%, with male literacy at 51.28% and female literacy at 21.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 368.
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 | 379 | 186 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 30 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 182 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 80 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 106 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Badaliguda
Badaliguda 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 Badaliguda
Public transport in the Badaliguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Badaliguda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Badaliguda is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badaliguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badaliguda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badaliguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badaliguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badaliguda
Where is Badaliguda located?
Badaliguda village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badaliguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badaliguda is Bhejangiwada.
What is the pincode of Badaliguda?
The pincode of Badaliguda is 764086.
What is the population of Badaliguda?
Badaliguda had a total population of 379, including 186 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Badaliguda?
Badaliguda had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badaliguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badaliguda was 36.36%. Male literacy was 51.28% and female literacy was 21.05%.