Badaguda - Mathili, Malkangiri
Badaguda is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Pangam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badaguda is 430469. The village covers a total geographical area of 508 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Badaguda 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 Badaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Badaguda village had a total population of 706 people, including 328 males and 378 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 1,152 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.37%, with male literacy at 65.23% and female literacy at 35.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 529.
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 | 706 | 328 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 72 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 529 | 238 | 291 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 167 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 161 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Badaguda
Badaguda 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 Badaguda
Badaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Badaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Badaguda is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Badaguda is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badaguda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badaguda
Where is Badaguda located?
Badaguda village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badaguda is Pangam.
What is the pincode of Badaguda?
The pincode of Badaguda is 764044.
What is the population of Badaguda?
Badaguda had a total population of 706, including 328 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Badaguda?
Badaguda had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badaguda was 49.37%. Male literacy was 65.23% and female literacy was 35.88%.