Badbarahkamuda - Karanjia, Mayurbhanj
Badbarahkamuda is a village situated in the Karanjia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanjia and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Dudhiani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badbarahkamuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badbarahkamuda is 388899. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 757036 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Badbarahkamuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badbarahkamuda
As per Census 2011, Badbarahkamuda village has a total population of 291 people, consisting of 136 males and 155 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,139 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 38 literate and 253 illiterate residents. Additionally, 291 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badbarahkamuda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 291 | 136 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 34 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 136 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 29 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 107 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Badbarahkamuda
Badbarahkamuda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanbarahkamuda | North-West | 0.74 km |
| Kadalibadi | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Badramchandrapur | South | 1.40 km |
| Thakuramapatana | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Dibigarh | West | 2.00 km |
| Syamchandrapur | South | 2.10 km |
| Hatibari | West | 3.20 km |
| Rangamatia | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Ranibholorofkalodar | East | 3.21 km |
| Sanramchandrapur | South | 3.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badbarahkamuda
Public transport in the Badbarahkamuda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitabanji, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Badbarahkamuda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Badbarahkamuda is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badbarahkamuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badbarahkamuda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badbarahkamuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badbarahkamuda 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 Badbarahkamuda
Where is Badbarahkamuda located?
Badbarahkamuda village is located in Karanjia Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badbarahkamuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badbarahkamuda is Dudhiani.
What is the pincode of Badbarahkamuda?
The pincode of Badbarahkamuda is 757036.
What is the population of Badbarahkamuda?
Badbarahkamuda has a total population of 291, including 136 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Badbarahkamuda?
There are 53 households in Badbarahkamuda.
What is the literacy rate in Badbarahkamuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badbarahkamuda is 13.06%. Male literacy is 21.32% and female literacy is 5.81%.