Badasiajang - Tiring, Mayurbhanj
Badasiajang is a village situated in the Tiring tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiring and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Tiring serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badasiajang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badasiajang is 387380. The village covers a total geographical area of 338 hectares and falls under the 757053 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Badasiajang 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 Badasiajang
According to the 2011 Census, Badasiajang village had a total population of 785 people, including 381 males and 404 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.46%, with male literacy at 80.82% and female literacy at 52.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 530.
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 | 785 | 381 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 530 | 258 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 257 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 124 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Badasiajang
Badasiajang 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranisahi | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Sansiajang | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Nuadihi | West | 2.13 km |
| Banakata | East | 2.26 km |
| Tiringidihi | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Badakumrum | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Buruhatu | North | 2.60 km |
| Chengjoda | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Baladapada | West | 2.88 km |
| Palidi | North-East | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badasiajang
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Badasiajang. The nearest railway station is Rairangpur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.2 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 Badasiajang is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Badasiajang is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badasiajang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badasiajang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badasiajang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badasiajang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Badasiajang
Where is Badasiajang located?
Badasiajang village is located in Tiring Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badasiajang?
The Gram Panchayat of Badasiajang is Tiring.
What is the pincode of Badasiajang?
The pincode of Badasiajang is 757053.
What is the population of Badasiajang?
Badasiajang had a total population of 785, including 381 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Badasiajang?
Badasiajang had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badasiajang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badasiajang was 66.46%. Male literacy was 80.82% and female literacy was 52.96%.