Badatara - Gop, Puri
Badatara is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Badatara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badatara is 409498. The village covers a total geographical area of 384 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Badatara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badatara
As per Census 2011, Badatara village has a total population of 1,329 people, consisting of 681 males and 648 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,071 literate and 258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badatara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,329 | 681 | 648 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 75 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 117 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 1,071 | 561 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 120 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Badatara
Badatara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khagipur | South-East | 0.86 km |
| Mallagan | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Rupas | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Gadarupas | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Ogalpur | North | 1.54 km |
| Narua | West | 1.88 km |
| Nagapur | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Golapur | North | 2.30 km |
| Badakundura | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Achutpur | East | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badatara
Badatara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malatipatpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Konark to Badatara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Badatara is about 40 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 Badatara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badatara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badatara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badatara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badatara
Where is Badatara located?
Badatara village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badatara?
Badatara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badatara?
The pincode of Badatara is 752110.
What is the population of Badatara?
Badatara has a total population of 1,329, including 681 males and 648 females.
How many households are there in Badatara?
There are 349 households in Badatara.
What is the literacy rate in Badatara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badatara is 80.59%. Male literacy is 82.38% and female literacy is 78.70%.