Badagam - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Badagam is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Umarkote and around 88 km from Nabarangapur . Nehura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badagam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badagam is 427392. The village covers a total geographical area of 562 hectares and falls under the 764073 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Badagam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badagam
As per Census 2011, Badagam village has a total population of 948 people, consisting of 478 males and 470 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 676 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 646 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badagam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 948 | 478 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 94 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 56 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 646 | 322 | 324 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 185 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 293 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Badagam
Badagam 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 Badagam
Public transport in the Badagam is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Umarkote to Badagam is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Badagam is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badagam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badagam 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badagam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badagam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badagam
Where is Badagam located?
Badagam village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badagam?
The Gram Panchayat of Badagam is Nehura.
What is the pincode of Badagam?
The pincode of Badagam is 764073.
What is the population of Badagam?
Badagam has a total population of 948, including 478 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Badagam?
There are 183 households in Badagam.
What is the literacy rate in Badagam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badagam is 28.69%. Male literacy is 38.70% and female literacy is 18.51%.