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
As per Census 2011, Badaliguda village has a total population of 379 people, consisting of 186 males and 193 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 112 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 368 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badaliguda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 379, including 186 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Badaliguda?
There are 91 households in Badaliguda.
What is the literacy rate in Badaliguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badaliguda is 29.55%. Male literacy is 43.01% and female literacy is 16.58%.