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
As per Census 2011, Badakundura village has a total population of 288 people, consisting of 154 males and 134 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 233 literate and 55 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badakundura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 288 | 154 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 288, including 154 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Badakundura?
There are 59 households in Badakundura.
What is the literacy rate in Badakundura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badakundura is 80.90%. Male literacy is 87.01% and female literacy is 73.88%.