Badapahad - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Badapahad is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Baunsanali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badapahad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badapahad is 388418. The village covers a total geographical area of 268 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Badapahad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badapahad
According to the 2011 Census, Badapahad village had a total population of 592 people, including 294 males and 298 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.92%, with male literacy at 68.58% and female literacy at 47.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 536.
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 | 592 | 294 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 33 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 536 | 268 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 179 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 115 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Badapahad
Badapahad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baunsanali | South | 1.17 km |
| Dhulia | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Tangarbalda | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Champabalda | East | 1.93 km |
| Mandam | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Pahadpur | West | 2.25 km |
| Digposi | East | 2.46 km |
| Raisahi | North | 2.72 km |
| Bandiraposi | South | 2.80 km |
| Jamukeswar | East | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badapahad
Public transport in the Badapahad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badampahar, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Badapahad is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Badapahad is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badapahad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badapahad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badapahad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badapahad 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badapahad
Where is Badapahad located?
Badapahad village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badapahad?
The Gram Panchayat of Badapahad is Baunsanali.
What is the pincode of Badapahad?
The pincode of Badapahad is 757034.
What is the population of Badapahad?
Badapahad had a total population of 592, including 294 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Badapahad?
Badapahad had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badapahad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badapahad was 57.92%. Male literacy was 68.58% and female literacy was 47.08%.