Badadanda - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Badadanda is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Badannala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badadanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badadanda is 410210. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Chhatrapur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Badadanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badadanda
As per Census 2011, Badadanda village has a total population of 646 people, consisting of 349 males and 297 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 517 literate and 129 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badadanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 646 | 349 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 37 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 299 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 50 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Badadanda
Badadanda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badadanda
Badadanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Chhatrapur to Badadanda is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Badadanda is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badadanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badadanda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badadanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badadanda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badadanda
Where is Badadanda located?
Badadanda village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badadanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badadanda is Badannala.
What is the pincode of Badadanda?
The pincode of Badadanda is 752032.
What is the population of Badadanda?
Badadanda has a total population of 646, including 349 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Badadanda?
There are 134 households in Badadanda.
What is the literacy rate in Badadanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badadanda is 80.03%. Male literacy is 85.67% and female literacy is 73.40%.