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
According to the 2011 Census, Badakumari village had a total population of 3,516 people, including 1,776 males and 1,740 females, living in 761 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.90%, with male literacy at 78.52% and female literacy at 59.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,539, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,278.
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 | 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 had a total population of 3,516, including 1,776 males and 1,740 females.
How many households are there in Badakumari?
Badakumari had 761 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badakumari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badakumari was 68.90%. Male literacy was 78.52% and female literacy was 59.18%.