Badamula - Khariar, Nuapada
Badamula is a village situated in the Khariar tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khariar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Areda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badamula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badamula is 422003. The village covers a total geographical area of 536 hectares and falls under the 766107 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Badamula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badamula
As per Census 2011, Badamula village has a total population of 2,030 people, consisting of 924 males and 1,106 females. The village has 455 households and a sex ratio of 1,196 females per 1,000 males. There are 285 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 962 literate and 1,068 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 533 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badamula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,030 | 924 | 1,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 141 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 154 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 533 | 189 | 344 |
| Literate Population | 962 | 522 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,068 | 402 | 666 |
Nearby Villages of Badamula
Badamula 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 Badamula
Badamula 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 5-10 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 Khariar Road to Badamula is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Badamula is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badamula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badamula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badamula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badamula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badamula
Where is Badamula located?
Badamula village is located in Khariar Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badamula?
The Gram Panchayat of Badamula is Areda.
What is the pincode of Badamula?
The pincode of Badamula is 766107.
What is the population of Badamula?
Badamula has a total population of 2,030, including 924 males and 1,106 females.
How many households are there in Badamula?
There are 455 households in Badamula.
What is the literacy rate in Badamula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badamula is 47.39%. Male literacy is 56.49% and female literacy is 39.78%.