Badpakhana - Rairangpur, Mayurbhanj
Badpakhana is a village situated in the Rairangpur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Rairangpur Town and around 90 km from Baripada. Sanpakhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badpakhana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badpakhana is 387648. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 757043 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Badpakhana 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 Badpakhana
According to the 2011 Census, Badpakhana village had a total population of 432 people, including 218 males and 214 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.02%, with male literacy at 80.83% and female literacy at 61.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 132.
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 | 432 | 218 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 66 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 156 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 62 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Badpakhana
Badpakhana 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 Badpakhana
Badpakhana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badpakhana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rairangpur to Badpakhana is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Badpakhana is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badpakhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badpakhana 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badpakhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badpakhana 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badpakhana
Where is Badpakhana located?
Badpakhana village is located in Rairangpur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badpakhana?
The Gram Panchayat of Badpakhana is Sanpakhana.
What is the pincode of Badpakhana?
The pincode of Badpakhana is 757043.
What is the population of Badpakhana?
Badpakhana had a total population of 432, including 218 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Badpakhana?
Badpakhana had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badpakhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badpakhana was 71.02%. Male literacy was 80.83% and female literacy was 61.05%.