Badamtalia - Jamda, Mayurbhanj
Badamtalia is a village situated in the Jamda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamda and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Talagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badamtalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badamtalia is 387620. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 757045 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Badamtalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badamtalia
According to the 2011 Census, Badamtalia village had a total population of 227 people, including 100 males and 127 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,270 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.63%, with male literacy at 68.97% and female literacy at 46.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 221.
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 | 227 | 100 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 97 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 60 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 40 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Badamtalia
Badamtalia 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandasar | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Mugudi | West | 1.52 km |
| Kucheipal | East | 1.69 km |
| Khairpal | South | 1.69 km |
| Talgan | North | 1.88 km |
| Dumadihi | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Dhalpur | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Baghia | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Matiali | South | 2.90 km |
| Rumapahadi | West | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badamtalia
Badamtalia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Badampahar, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.2 km.
| 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 Rairangpur to Badamtalia is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Badamtalia is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badamtalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badamtalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badamtalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badamtalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badamtalia
Where is Badamtalia located?
Badamtalia village is located in Jamda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badamtalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Badamtalia is Talagaon.
What is the pincode of Badamtalia?
The pincode of Badamtalia is 757045.
What is the population of Badamtalia?
Badamtalia had a total population of 227, including 100 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Badamtalia?
Badamtalia had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badamtalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badamtalia was 56.63%. Male literacy was 68.97% and female literacy was 46.79%.