Badakumari - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Badakumari is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Umarkote and around 66 km from Nabarangapur . Badakumari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badakumari is 427396. The village covers a total geographical area of 1002 hectares and falls under the 764073 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Badakumari 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 Badakumari
As per Census 2011, Badakumari village has a total population of 3,516 people, consisting of 1,776 males and 1,740 females. The village has 761 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 580 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,023 literate and 1,493 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,539 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,278 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badakumari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,516 | 1,776 | 1,740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 580 | 300 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,539 | 791 | 748 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,278 | 622 | 656 |
| Literate Population | 2,023 | 1,159 | 864 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,493 | 617 | 876 |
Nearby Villages of Badakumari
Badakumari 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 Badakumari
Badakumari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Badakumari is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Badakumari is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badakumari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badakumari 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 Badakumari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badakumari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badakumari
Where is Badakumari located?
Badakumari village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badakumari?
Badakumari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badakumari?
The pincode of Badakumari is 764073.
What is the population of Badakumari?
Badakumari has a total population of 3,516, including 1,776 males and 1,740 females.
How many households are there in Badakumari?
There are 761 households in Badakumari.
What is the literacy rate in Badakumari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badakumari is 57.54%. Male literacy is 65.26% and female literacy is 49.66%.