Badakumrum - Tiring, Mayurbhanj
Badakumrum is a village situated in the Tiring tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiring and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Gitilata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badakumrum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badakumrum is 387377. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 757053 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Badakumrum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badakumrum
As per Census 2011, Badakumrum village has a total population of 273 people, consisting of 138 males and 135 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 142 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 197 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badakumrum are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 138 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 100 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 90 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 48 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Badakumrum
Badakumrum 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gitilata | West | 0.98 km |
| Sansiajang | North-East | 1.03 km |
| Nuadihi | South | 1.40 km |
| Baladapada | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Sankumrum | North | 1.62 km |
| Jadunathpur | West | 2.11 km |
| Saloi | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Badasiajang | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Bara Kadal | North | 2.88 km |
| Buruhatu | North-East | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badakumrum
Public transport in the Badakumrum is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rairangpur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rairangpur to Badakumrum is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Badakumrum is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badakumrum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badakumrum 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badakumrum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badakumrum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badakumrum
Where is Badakumrum located?
Badakumrum village is located in Tiring Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badakumrum?
The Gram Panchayat of Badakumrum is Gitilata.
What is the pincode of Badakumrum?
The pincode of Badakumrum is 757053.
What is the population of Badakumrum?
Badakumrum has a total population of 273, including 138 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Badakumrum?
There are 75 households in Badakumrum.
What is the literacy rate in Badakumrum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badakumrum is 52.01%. Male literacy is 65.22% and female literacy is 38.52%.