Badaninigan - Nimapada, Puri
Badaninigan is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bamanala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badaninigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badaninigan is 409078. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 752121 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Badaninigan 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 Badaninigan
As per Census 2011, Badaninigan village has a total population of 1,551 people, consisting of 781 males and 770 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,112 literate and 439 illiterate residents. Additionally, 501 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badaninigan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,551 | 781 | 770 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 88 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 501 | 248 | 253 |
| Literate Population | 1,112 | 609 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 172 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Badaninigan
Badaninigan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barimundei | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Pipalia | North | 1.39 km |
| Nairasasan | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Bamanal | East | 1.54 km |
| Patigram | North | 1.93 km |
| Saderia | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Nuakholamara | South | 2.17 km |
| Naraladeuli | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Paikasahi | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Kaliapokhari | South | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badaninigan
Badaninigan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bir Purushottampur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Badaninigan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Badaninigan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badaninigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badaninigan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badaninigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badaninigan 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 Badaninigan
Where is Badaninigan located?
Badaninigan village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badaninigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badaninigan is Bamanala.
What is the pincode of Badaninigan?
The pincode of Badaninigan is 752121.
What is the population of Badaninigan?
Badaninigan has a total population of 1,551, including 781 males and 770 females.
How many households are there in Badaninigan?
There are 302 households in Badaninigan.
What is the literacy rate in Badaninigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badaninigan is 71.70%. Male literacy is 77.98% and female literacy is 65.32%.