Badbangan - Suliapada, Mayurbhanj
Badbangan is a village situated in the Suliapada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suliapada and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Ufalgadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badbangan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badbangan is 389857. The village covers a total geographical area of 105 hectares and falls under the 757022 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Badbangan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badbangan
As per Census 2011, Badbangan village has a total population of 411 people, consisting of 195 males and 216 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 222 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 330 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badbangan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 411 | 195 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 13 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 330 | 159 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 131 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 64 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Badbangan
Badbangan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhatiadasamilnuapada | East | 1.09 km |
| Sankhuntapal | North | 1.13 km |
| Chianapada | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Badsul | South | 1.33 km |
| Sanbhalia | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Kaptisul | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Murgapahadi | North | 1.86 km |
| Dimian | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Kalajhari | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Rakhanisul | East | 2.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badbangan
Badbangan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Krishnachandrapur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Baripada to Badbangan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Badbangan 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 Badbangan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badbangan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Badbangan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badbangan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badbangan
Where is Badbangan located?
Badbangan village is located in Suliapada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badbangan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badbangan is Ufalgadia.
What is the pincode of Badbangan?
The pincode of Badbangan is 757022.
What is the population of Badbangan?
Badbangan has a total population of 411, including 195 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Badbangan?
There are 95 households in Badbangan.
What is the literacy rate in Badbangan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badbangan is 54.01%. Male literacy is 67.18% and female literacy is 42.13%.