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
As per Census 2011, Badamunda village has a total population of 582 people, consisting of 292 males and 290 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badamunda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 582, including 292 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Badamunda?
There are 154 households in Badamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Badamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badamunda is 41.92%. Male literacy is 56.16% and female literacy is 27.59%.