Badkaranjia - Khunta, Mayurbhanj
Badkaranjia is a village situated in the Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khunta and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Badfeni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badkaranjia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badkaranjia is 390845. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 757019 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Badkaranjia 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 Badkaranjia
According to the 2011 Census, Badkaranjia village had a total population of 541 people, including 259 males and 282 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.36%, with male literacy at 79.04% and female literacy at 50.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 490.
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 | 541 | 259 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 490 | 235 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 181 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 78 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Badkaranjia
Badkaranjia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badkaranjia
Badkaranjia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Badkaranjia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Badkaranjia is about 32 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 Badkaranjia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badkaranjia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badkaranjia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badkaranjia 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Badkaranjia
Where is Badkaranjia located?
Badkaranjia village is located in Khunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badkaranjia?
The Gram Panchayat of Badkaranjia is Badfeni.
What is the pincode of Badkaranjia?
The pincode of Badkaranjia is 757019.
What is the population of Badkaranjia?
Badkaranjia had a total population of 541, including 259 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Badkaranjia?
Badkaranjia had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badkaranjia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badkaranjia was 64.36%. Male literacy was 79.04% and female literacy was 50.81%.