Badamachhamara - Gop, Puri
Badamachhamara is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Boulanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badamachhamara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badamachhamara is 409482. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 752107 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Badamachhamara 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 Badamachhamara
As per Census 2011, Badamachhamara village has a total population of 11 people, consisting of 3 males and 8 females. The village has 2 households and a sex ratio of 2,666 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6 literate and 5 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badamachhamara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Badamachhamara
Badamachhamara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Girimakanra | South-West | 0.67 km |
| Alana | North-East | 0.80 km |
| Karamanga | East | 0.90 km |
| Otanga | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Chitra | West | 1.41 km |
| Panchana | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Korual | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Barimunda | North | 2.14 km |
| Samakula | East | 2.16 km |
| Ambiligan | South | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badamachhamara
Badamachhamara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Badamachhamara is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badamachhamara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badamachhamara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badamachhamara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badamachhamara 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 Badamachhamara
Where is Badamachhamara located?
Badamachhamara village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badamachhamara?
The Gram Panchayat of Badamachhamara is Boulanga.
What is the pincode of Badamachhamara?
The pincode of Badamachhamara is 752107.
What is the population of Badamachhamara?
Badamachhamara has a total population of 11, including 3 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Badamachhamara?
There are 2 households in Badamachhamara.
What is the literacy rate in Badamachhamara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badamachhamara is 54.55%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 50.00%.