Badabandhakera - Brahmagiri, Puri
Badabandhakera is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Brahmagiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badabandhakera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badabandhakera is 409964. The village covers a total geographical area of 293 hectares and falls under the 752011 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Badabandhakera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badabandhakera
According to the 2011 Census, Badabandhakera village had a total population of 1,722 people, including 882 males and 840 females, living in 357 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.97%, with male literacy at 87.70% and female literacy at 73.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 167.
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 | 1,722 | 882 | 840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 85 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 84 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,251 | 699 | 552 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 183 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Badabandhakera
Badabandhakera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasia | West | 1.58 km |
| Nisibhanra | North | 1.61 km |
| Bijipur | East | 1.87 km |
| Chuduchudamani | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Alarpur | South | 2.17 km |
| Ghanapana | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Bengama | West | 2.49 km |
| Sanabandhakera | West | 2.61 km |
| Brahmagiri | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Nageswar | South | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badabandhakera
Badabandhakera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jankidaipur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Puri to Badabandhakera is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Badabandhakera is about 27 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 Badabandhakera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badabandhakera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badabandhakera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badabandhakera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badabandhakera
Where is Badabandhakera located?
Badabandhakera village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badabandhakera?
The Gram Panchayat of Badabandhakera is Brahmagiri.
What is the pincode of Badabandhakera?
The pincode of Badabandhakera is 752011.
What is the population of Badabandhakera?
Badabandhakera had a total population of 1,722, including 882 males and 840 females.
How many households are there in Badabandhakera?
Badabandhakera had 357 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badabandhakera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badabandhakera was 80.97%. Male literacy was 87.70% and female literacy was 73.80%.