Badajhada - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Badajhada is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Badajhada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badajhada is 410164. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Badajhada 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 Badajhada
According to the 2011 Census, Badajhada village had a total population of 1,000 people, including 494 males and 506 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.56%, with male literacy at 93.72% and female literacy at 75.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 179, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,000 | 494 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 64 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 93 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 745 | 403 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 91 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Badajhada
Badajhada 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 Badajhada
Badajhada 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 | 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 Banapur to Badajhada is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Badajhada is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badajhada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badajhada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badajhada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badajhada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badajhada
Where is Badajhada located?
Badajhada village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badajhada?
Badajhada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badajhada?
The pincode of Badajhada is 752032.
What is the population of Badajhada?
Badajhada had a total population of 1,000, including 494 males and 506 females.
How many households are there in Badajhada?
Badajhada had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badajhada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badajhada was 84.56%. Male literacy was 93.72% and female literacy was 75.83%.