Badtungadhua - Suliapada, Mayurbhanj
Badtungadhua 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 27 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Paktia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badtungadhua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badtungadhua is 389884. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 757022 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Badtungadhua 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 Badtungadhua
As per Census 2011, Badtungadhua village has a total population of 529 people, consisting of 272 males and 257 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 370 literate and 159 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badtungadhua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 529 | 272 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 220 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 52 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Badtungadhua
Badtungadhua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Santungdhua | East | 0.73 km |
| Singimara | South | 0.96 km |
| Paktia | North | 1.29 km |
| Mahuliasamilpaninagar | West | 1.54 km |
| Nedasul | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Kaduani | South | 2.07 km |
| Keutunimari | North | 2.20 km |
| Kostha | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Bautisul | East | 2.23 km |
| Chakapur | North-West | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badtungadhua
Badtungadhua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 97.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Badtungadhua is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Badtungadhua 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 Badtungadhua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badtungadhua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badtungadhua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badtungadhua 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badtungadhua
Where is Badtungadhua located?
Badtungadhua village is located in Suliapada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badtungadhua?
The Gram Panchayat of Badtungadhua is Paktia.
What is the pincode of Badtungadhua?
The pincode of Badtungadhua is 757022.
What is the population of Badtungadhua?
Badtungadhua has a total population of 529, including 272 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Badtungadhua?
There are 131 households in Badtungadhua.
What is the literacy rate in Badtungadhua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badtungadhua is 69.94%. Male literacy is 80.88% and female literacy is 58.37%.