Badaolia - Khunta, Mayurbhanj
Badaolia is a village situated in the Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khunta and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Bholagadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badaolia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badaolia is 390838. The village covers a total geographical area of 279 hectares and falls under the 757019 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Badaolia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baripada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badaolia
As per Census 2011, Badaolia village has a total population of 1,299 people, consisting of 678 males and 621 females. The village has 326 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 679 literate and 620 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,170 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badaolia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,299 | 678 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 99 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,170 | 615 | 555 |
| Literate Population | 679 | 416 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 620 | 262 | 358 |
Nearby Villages of Badaolia
Badaolia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanaolia | North-West | 0.91 km |
| Bholagadia | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Chapaldihi | North | 1.61 km |
| Gopalpur | West | 1.65 km |
| Barudihi | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Andiatikira | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Kusumghaty | North | 2.09 km |
| Badmamudia | South | 2.29 km |
| Jharia | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Mahuldihi | West | 2.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badaolia
Badaolia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baripada, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Badaolia is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Badaolia is about 37 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 Badaolia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badaolia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badaolia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badaolia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badaolia
Where is Badaolia located?
Badaolia village is located in Khunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badaolia?
The Gram Panchayat of Badaolia is Bholagadia.
What is the pincode of Badaolia?
The pincode of Badaolia is 757019.
What is the population of Badaolia?
Badaolia has a total population of 1,299, including 678 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Badaolia?
There are 326 households in Badaolia.
What is the literacy rate in Badaolia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badaolia is 52.27%. Male literacy is 61.36% and female literacy is 42.35%.