Badjhola - Komna, Nuapada
Badjhola is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badjhola is 421864. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badjhola
According to the 2011 Census, Badjhola village had a total population of 41 people, including 21 males and 20 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 6.06%, with male literacy at 11.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 36.
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 | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 19 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Badjhola
Badjhola 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 Badjhola
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Badjhola.
| 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 Badjhola is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Badjhola is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badjhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badjhola 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badjhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badjhola 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 Badjhola
Where is Badjhola located?
Badjhola village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the pincode of Badjhola?
The pincode of Badjhola is 766106.
What is the population of Badjhola?
Badjhola had a total population of 41, including 21 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Badjhola?
Badjhola had 11 households.