Badas - Kanas, Puri
Badas is a village situated in the Kanas tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Satyabadi and around 55 km from Puri. Badas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badas is 409591. The village covers a total geographical area of 229 hectares and falls under the 752017 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Badas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satyabadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badas
As per Census 2011, Badas village has a total population of 1,363 people, consisting of 691 males and 672 females. The village has 289 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,009 literate and 354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,363 | 691 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 90 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1,009 | 531 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 160 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Badas
Badas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kakharubasta | North | 1.07 km |
| Dokanda | East | 1.15 km |
| Lekhanpur | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Kanas | East | 1.98 km |
| Dimiri | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Gomunda | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Botalama | South | 2.34 km |
| Kesarpur | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Chakasirei | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Benagan | South | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badas
Badas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tapang, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Badas is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Badas is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badas 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Badas
Where is Badas located?
Badas village is located in Kanas Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badas?
Badas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badas?
The pincode of Badas is 752017.
What is the population of Badas?
Badas has a total population of 1,363, including 691 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Badas?
There are 289 households in Badas.
What is the literacy rate in Badas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badas is 74.03%. Male literacy is 76.85% and female literacy is 71.13%.