Badbhalia - Suliapada, Mayurbhanj
Badbhalia is a village situated in the Suliapada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suliapada and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Badbhalia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badbhalia is 389877. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 757084 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Badbhalia 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 Badbhalia
According to the 2011 Census, Badbhalia village had a total population of 861 people, including 457 males and 404 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.23%, with male literacy at 71.54% and female literacy at 51.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 492.
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 | 861 | 457 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 492 | 261 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 284 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 173 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Badbhalia
Badbhalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanbhalia | East | 0.89 km |
| Kaltiasamilkadakusmi | South | 1.28 km |
| Hatimada | West | 1.48 km |
| Kiajhari | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Chianapada | East | 1.75 km |
| Naupada | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Kalajhari | North | 2.27 km |
| Kherna | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Badbangan | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Kankini | North-West | 2.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badbhalia
Badbhalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Krishnachandrapur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.7 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 Badbhalia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Badbhalia is about 27 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 Badbhalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badbhalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badbhalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badbhalia 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 Badbhalia
Where is Badbhalia located?
Badbhalia village is located in Suliapada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badbhalia?
Badbhalia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badbhalia?
The pincode of Badbhalia is 757084.
What is the population of Badbhalia?
Badbhalia had a total population of 861, including 457 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Badbhalia?
Badbhalia had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badbhalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badbhalia was 62.23%. Male literacy was 71.54% and female literacy was 51.83%.