Badmahuldiha - Thakurmunda, Mayurbhanj
Badmahuldiha is a village situated in the Thakurmunda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thakurmunda and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Saleibeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badmahuldiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badmahuldiha is 388991. The village covers a total geographical area of 248 hectares and falls under the 757038 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Badmahuldiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badmahuldiha
As per Census 2011, Badmahuldiha village has a total population of 497 people, consisting of 179 males and 318 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,776 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 218 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 487 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badmahuldiha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 179 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 45 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | - | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 487 | 179 | 308 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 78 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 101 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Badmahuldiha
Badmahuldiha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dangapani | South | 1.49 km |
| Saleibeda | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Khaparkhai | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Jamuposi | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Sanmohuldiha | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Kadapani | South | 3.37 km |
| Chheratangar | West | 3.47 km |
| Jamudiha | South | 3.49 km |
| Pariarsahi | South-West | 3.70 km |
| Kasibeda | North-West | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badmahuldiha
Badmahuldiha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitabanji, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Badmahuldiha is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Badmahuldiha is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badmahuldiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badmahuldiha 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 Badmahuldiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badmahuldiha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badmahuldiha
Where is Badmahuldiha located?
Badmahuldiha village is located in Thakurmunda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badmahuldiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Badmahuldiha is Saleibeda.
What is the pincode of Badmahuldiha?
The pincode of Badmahuldiha is 757038.
What is the population of Badmahuldiha?
Badmahuldiha has a total population of 497, including 179 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Badmahuldiha?
There are 83 households in Badmahuldiha.
What is the literacy rate in Badmahuldiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badmahuldiha is 43.86%. Male literacy is 43.58% and female literacy is 44.03%.