Badsole - Suliapada, Mayurbhanj
Badsole is a village situated in the Suliapada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suliapada and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Kanimohuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badsole village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badsole is 389816. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 757022 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Badsole 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 Badsole
According to the 2011 Census, Badsole village had a total population of 346 people, including 176 males and 170 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.40%, with male literacy at 82.28% and female literacy at 62.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 346 | 176 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 130 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 46 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Badsole
Badsole 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kantisahi | South-West | 0.73 km |
| Patharnesa | North | 1.02 km |
| Bhaliasul | South | 1.19 km |
| Suliapada | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Bhandarisul | East | 1.84 km |
| Kusumi | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Dhansul | North | 2.16 km |
| Pokharia | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Bari | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Ufalgadia | South-East | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badsole
Public transport in the Badsole is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhanjpur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Baripada to Badsole is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Badsole is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badsole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badsole village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badsole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badsole village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badsole
Where is Badsole located?
Badsole village is located in Suliapada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badsole?
The Gram Panchayat of Badsole is Kanimohuli.
What is the pincode of Badsole?
The pincode of Badsole is 757022.
What is the population of Badsole?
Badsole had a total population of 346, including 176 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Badsole?
Badsole had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badsole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badsole was 72.40%. Male literacy was 82.28% and female literacy was 62.00%.