Badpal - Saraskana, Mayurbhanj
Badpal is a village situated in the Saraskana tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Jharpokharia and around 85 km from Baripada. Bhursani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badpal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badpal is 388016. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 757031 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Badpal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Badpal
Badpal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuanrdihi | South | 0.68 km |
| Bhandariya | North | 0.94 km |
| Kalashmohan | North-West | 0.97 km |
| Nagadihi | South-East | 1.07 km |
| Barati | West | 1.08 km |
| Asna | North | 1.23 km |
| Bhanuapal | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Banabura | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Madhubanpur | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Purunapani | South-East | 2.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badpal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Badpal. The nearest railway station is Rajalukah, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Baripada to Badpal is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Badpal is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badpal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Badpal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badpal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Badpal
Where is Badpal located?
Badpal village is located in Saraskana Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badpal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badpal is Bhursani.
What is the pincode of Badpal?
The pincode of Badpal is 757031.