Baghmara - Badasahi, Mayurbhanj

Baghmara is a village situated in the Badasahi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Barsahi and around 35 km from Baripada. Kochilakhunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baghmara village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Baghmara is 390680. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 757026 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.

Baghmara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badasahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Baghmara

As per Census 2011, Baghmara village has a total population of 884 people, consisting of 455 males and 429 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 599 literate and 285 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 760 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.

Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baghmara are given below:

Nearby Villages of Baghmara

Baghmara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Baghmara

Baghmara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Betnoti, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.4 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Baghmara is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Baghmara is about 35 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 Baghmara

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baghmara village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Baghmara

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baghmara village are given below:

FAQs about Baghmara