Badakhaman - Udala, Mayurbhanj
Badakhaman is a village situated in the Udala tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udala and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Badkhaman serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badakhaman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badakhaman is 391015. The village covers a total geographical area of 639 hectares and falls under the 757077 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Badakhaman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badakhaman
As per Census 2011, Badakhaman village has a total population of 2,083 people, consisting of 1,037 males and 1,046 females. The village has 482 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 920 literate and 1,163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,984 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badakhaman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,083 | 1,037 | 1,046 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 141 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,984 | 986 | 998 |
| Literate Population | 920 | 559 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,163 | 478 | 685 |
Nearby Villages of Badakhaman
Badakhaman 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anantapur | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Sadanandapur | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Kotilinga | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Manikpur | North | 2.90 km |
| Nayarangamatia | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Chakradharpur | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Kathuabeda | East | 3.34 km |
| Salmundali | South | 3.43 km |
| Balabhadrapur | North | 3.99 km |
| Angarpada | North-East | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badakhaman
Badakhaman is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Betnoti, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Udala to Badakhaman is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Badakhaman is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badakhaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badakhaman 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badakhaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badakhaman 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badakhaman
Where is Badakhaman located?
Badakhaman village is located in Udala Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badakhaman?
The Gram Panchayat of Badakhaman is Badkhaman.
What is the pincode of Badakhaman?
The pincode of Badakhaman is 757077.
What is the population of Badakhaman?
Badakhaman has a total population of 2,083, including 1,037 males and 1,046 females.
How many households are there in Badakhaman?
There are 482 households in Badakhaman.
What is the literacy rate in Badakhaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badakhaman is 44.17%. Male literacy is 53.91% and female literacy is 34.51%.