Badamachhapur - Nimapada, Puri
Badamachhapur is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Badamachhapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badamachhapur is 408889. The village covers a total geographical area of 220 hectares and falls under the 752114 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Badamachhapur 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 Badamachhapur
According to the 2011 Census, Badamachhapur village had a total population of 2,469 people, including 1,256 males and 1,213 females, living in 582 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.55%, with male literacy at 92.56% and female literacy at 80.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 265.
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 | 2,469 | 1,256 | 1,213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 154 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 146 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,885 | 1,020 | 865 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 236 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Badamachhapur
Badamachhapur 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 Badamachhapur
Badamachhapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Nimapada to Badamachhapur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Badamachhapur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badamachhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badamachhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badamachhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badamachhapur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badamachhapur
Where is Badamachhapur located?
Badamachhapur village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badamachhapur?
Badamachhapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badamachhapur?
The pincode of Badamachhapur is 752114.
What is the population of Badamachhapur?
Badamachhapur had a total population of 2,469, including 1,256 males and 1,213 females.
How many households are there in Badamachhapur?
Badamachhapur had 582 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badamachhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badamachhapur was 86.55%. Male literacy was 92.56% and female literacy was 80.39%.