Badakundura - Gop, Puri
Badakundura is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Mahalapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badakundura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badakundura is 409473. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 752111 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Badakundura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badakundura
According to the 2011 Census, Badakundura village had a total population of 288 people, including 154 males and 134 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.59%, with male literacy at 95.71% and female literacy at 80.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 288 | 154 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 134 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 20 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Badakundura
Badakundura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hantasura | North-West | 0.87 km |
| Sareda | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Gadarupas | South | 1.24 km |
| Redhua | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Ogalpur | West | 1.37 km |
| Keutunga | North | 1.56 km |
| Banilo | East | 1.73 km |
| Bedapur | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Patelia | North | 2.07 km |
| Bhairipur | North | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badakundura
Badakundura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.6 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 Konark to Badakundura is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Badakundura is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badakundura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badakundura 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badakundura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badakundura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badakundura
Where is Badakundura located?
Badakundura village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badakundura?
The Gram Panchayat of Badakundura is Mahalapada.
What is the pincode of Badakundura?
The pincode of Badakundura is 752111.
What is the population of Badakundura?
Badakundura had a total population of 288, including 154 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Badakundura?
Badakundura had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badakundura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badakundura was 88.59%. Male literacy was 95.71% and female literacy was 80.49%.