Badamunda - Chandahandi, Nabarangpur
Badamunda is a village situated in the Chandahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Chandahandi and around 112 km from Nabarangapur . Mohara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badamunda is 427438. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 764077 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Badamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Badamunda village had a total population of 582 people, including 292 males and 290 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.80%, with male literacy at 65.60% and female literacy at 32.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 582 | 292 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 164 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 128 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Badamunda
Badamunda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badamunda
Badamunda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Umarkote to Badamunda is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Badamunda is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badamunda 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 Badamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badamunda 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 Badamunda
Where is Badamunda located?
Badamunda village is located in Chandahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badamunda is Mohara.
What is the pincode of Badamunda?
The pincode of Badamunda is 764077.
What is the population of Badamunda?
Badamunda had a total population of 582, including 292 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Badamunda?
Badamunda had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badamunda was 48.80%. Male literacy was 65.60% and female literacy was 32.00%.