Badarikilo - Nimapada, Puri
Badarikilo is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bhogasalada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badarikilo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badarikilo is 409024. The village covers a total geographical area of 239 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Badarikilo 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 Badarikilo
As per Census 2011, Badarikilo village has a total population of 1,037 people, consisting of 529 males and 508 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 794 literate and 243 illiterate residents. Additionally, 568 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badarikilo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,037 | 529 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 54 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 568 | 277 | 291 |
| Literate Population | 794 | 442 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 87 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Badarikilo
Badarikilo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ansalo | North | 1.26 km |
| Sanrikilo | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Singharpur | East | 1.42 km |
| Dhirapur | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Sarbapada | West | 1.47 km |
| Kanhapur | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Jageswarpur | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Panchumaila | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Analapur | East | 2.08 km |
| Terundia | South | 2.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badarikilo
Badarikilo 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 24.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Nimapada to Badarikilo is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Badarikilo is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badarikilo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badarikilo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badarikilo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badarikilo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badarikilo
Where is Badarikilo located?
Badarikilo village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badarikilo?
The Gram Panchayat of Badarikilo is Bhogasalada.
What is the pincode of Badarikilo?
The pincode of Badarikilo is 752106.
What is the population of Badarikilo?
Badarikilo has a total population of 1,037, including 529 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Badarikilo?
There are 235 households in Badarikilo.
What is the literacy rate in Badarikilo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badarikilo is 76.57%. Male literacy is 83.55% and female literacy is 69.29%.