Badararuan - Raruan, Mayurbhanj
Badararuan is a village situated in the Raruan tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raruan and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Raruan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badararuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badararuan is 388677. The village covers a total geographical area of 575 hectares and falls under the 757035 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Badararuan 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 Badararuan
As per Census 2011, Badararuan village has a total population of 4,138 people, consisting of 2,123 males and 2,015 females. The village has 1,058 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 499 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,634 literate and 1,504 illiterate residents. Additionally, 812 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,280 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badararuan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,138 | 2,123 | 2,015 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 244 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 812 | 411 | 401 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,280 | 657 | 623 |
| Literate Population | 2,634 | 1,531 | 1,103 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,504 | 592 | 912 |
Nearby Villages of Badararuan
Badararuan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanararuan | South | 1.42 km |
| Mendhamundi | North | 1.60 km |
| Guhalapur | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Gambhariapal | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Naupanha | South | 2.10 km |
| Tulasipur | West | 2.22 km |
| Palasa | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Baunsapur | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Askipal | East | 2.42 km |
| Kanika | North-West | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badararuan
Badararuan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Maluka, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Badararuan is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Badararuan is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badararuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badararuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badararuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badararuan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badararuan
Where is Badararuan located?
Badararuan village is located in Raruan Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badararuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badararuan is Raruan.
What is the pincode of Badararuan?
The pincode of Badararuan is 757035.
What is the population of Badararuan?
Badararuan has a total population of 4,138, including 2,123 males and 2,015 females.
How many households are there in Badararuan?
There are 1,058 households in Badararuan.
What is the literacy rate in Badararuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badararuan is 63.65%. Male literacy is 72.11% and female literacy is 54.74%.